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Ground Systems Engineer

KIHOMAC
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 12/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026
Utilize troubleshooting and critical thinking skills related to IT system dependencies, impacts, and sustainability Develop and design new IT solutions to improve efficiency and sustainability of the Ground System Elements and Mission Suites within MDSEA Execute studies, analysis, detailed requirements definition, system engineering, preliminary and detailed ground system architecture designs, and system development of Enterprise Services, satellite ground systems, and operations centers to include all supporting facilities Maintain alignment to support Team Leads: infrastructure, networks, integration, logistics plans, cybersecurity and physical security protection plans, and cost and schedule estimates for the development, fielding, tests, and operations of planned space capabilities Conduct project initiation, requirements management, task management and development of artifacts for the Technical Baseline Document designs and develop implementation and test plans to be installed by sustainment personnel Collaborate with cybersecurity, DevSecOps, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure integration and compliance Work with Project Managers to produce artifacts to support preliminary, detailed, and critical design reviews with stakeholders Other duties as assigned

**Requirements**

  • **Education/Training:**Bachelors Degree in any IT or STEM related field required

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  • **Experience:**3 years of system engineering experience
  • Documented experience developing and editing Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) or Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) products for IT systems required
  • Experience in the decomposition of complex mission systems into manageable components required
  • Experience in developing detailed implementation plans for new solutions and systems
  • Experience in systems engineering related to IT and satellite ground systems
  • Experience with Requirements Analysis and Management
  • Demonstrable understanding of the System Engineering V Model and engineering lifecycle

Security

  • Must be a US citizen
  • Active DoD issued Secret Clearance required
  • Active DoD issued Top/Secret SCI clearance preferred

Physical Requirements

  • Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
  • Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
  • Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
  • Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

**Benefits**

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources

**Salary: **

$115,000 - 140,000

Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.Please Apply at: [https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjQyMDQyLjg3NjBAa2lob21hY2NvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t](https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjQyMDQyLjg3NjBAa2lob21hY2NvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t){rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}

Salary : $115,000 - $140,000

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