Space RCO Systems Network and C2 Architect Engineer (Senior)

MTSI is searching for a senior Systems Network and Command and Control (C2) Architect Engineer to support the development of first-of-kind space vehicles and missions. This handpicked candidate must possess technical expertise and experience with developing, designing, building, and integrating space hardware and software. In this position, you will provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO). The Space RCO program office, located at Kirtland AFB, NM, is a small, streamlined organization with dedicated, organic acquisition support functions: contracting, financial management, human resources, security, program management and technical engineering support that are critical in enabling the rapid response required for classified space programs. The mission is to develop and deliver operationally dominant space capabilities at the speed of warfighting relevance in response to Commander, U.S. Space Command requirements. A successful candidate should be a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results as part of a high performing team in a high-profile, fast-paced environment.

Systems Network and C2 Architect Engineer Principal Duty

You will work in a small, highly empowered team where every team member is directly responsible for the success of the program. Engineering responsibilities span technology domains including space rated hardware, software, sensors, and processors in an extremely fast-paced, responsive development environment. This SETA candidate will assist the government PM in designing, planning, and documenting network solutions; develop hardware and software requirements to continuously analyze network performance and traffic, as well as troubleshooting network issues. You must apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts for highly classified systems, while also effectively communicating complex results with management and executive leadership.

SETA Role And Responsibilities

• Assist the government Program Manager and with network design and implementation throughout the acquisition lifecycle
• Leads or supports technical programs, projects, or tasks whose technical complexity requires engineering oversight
• Ensures completion of tasks within estimated time frames and budget constraints
• Provides input to the government customer concerning risks to performance, schedule, and budget due to either proposed contractor plans or contractor's execution of accepted plans
• Ensure the quality of the program, project, or task deliverables meet or exceed standards or metrics and assess such deliverables to ensure that the final deliverables will meet the warfighting purpose for which they are intended
• Plans and performs engineering research, design development, and other engineering assignments in conformance with the design, engineering, and customer specifications
• Coordinates with multiple partners/agencies to ensure system engineering communities support delivery milestones
• Propose network adoption plans, application design, and management and monitoring to include potential hosting in cloud environment
• Tracks and advises design trades and associated cost, schedule, and technical impacts to requirements
• Supports design, interpretation, and analysis of technical solutions to complex discipline-specific testing
• Translate complex ideas and data into simple, actionable recommendations or easily differentiated courses of action
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy—oral and written
  
  

Qualifications

Required skills:

• Minimum ten (10) years DoD/IC, or relevant industry work experience
• Experience with DoD acquisition to include documentation generation, presentation preparation, and supporting programmatic-focused discussions
• Proven experience and/or qualifications in requirements development for the DoD or IC
• Knowledge of space system engineering, development, and manufacturing
• Experience in network design, optimization and security in a classified and unclassified environment
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, etc.), routing and switching, network security, virtualization, and cloud computing
• Ability to diagnose and resolve network issues effectively
• Experience in DoD program management including program development and transition
• Experience monitoring network performance, identifying and resolving issues, and performing regular maintenance tasks like software updates and security patches.
• Experience creating network blueprints, selecting appropriate hardware and software, and overseeing the setup of new networks or network expansions
• Understanding of operational environment and corresponding mission user needs Experience with Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS)
  
  

Desired Skills

• Five (5) years of relevant DoD and/or Industry work experience with SAP and/or SCI
• Experience with network architecture for space vehicles and/or space ground systems
• System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to Government program office
• Experience with rapid prototyping and transition to operations
• Experience with integrated air, space, and cyberspace capabilities
• Experience with ACAT I/II level acquisition programs
• Fluency with IC organizations
• Experience working in multiple classification environments and implementing cross-domain solutions
• Experience with online collaboration tools such as Confluence, SharePoint, and JIRA
• Experience with cloud computing tools, such as VMware, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Microsoft Azure
  
  

Education

Minimum Requirements

• An applicable engineering degree from a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) or possess a Professional Engineering license
• MA/MS/ME degree
  
  

Clearance

• Active TOP SECRET clearance with sensitive compartmentalized information (SCI) and special access program (SAP) eligibility (no less than 2 years total SAP and/or SCI environment experience, with 1-year total within last 5 years) and willingness to submit to a Counter-Intelligence polygraph
• Candidate must maintain a TS/SCI clearance as a condition of employment
  
  

Location/Travel Requirements:

• Full-time, on site in vicinity of Kirtland AFB, NM, and will require travel up to 30% of time within the continental United States
  
  

Perks & Benefits

Vacation

New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per Year

Health Insurance

Zero Deductible Health Plans

Flexible Schedules

Flex Schedules

Professional Development

Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training Reimbursement

ESOP

Funded Stock Ownership Plan

401k Match

6% 401k Match Immediate Vesting

Bonus Program

Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunity

Mentorship

Career Mentorship Programs

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
• 100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
• Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
• Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
  

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

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