Senior Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) Ground Systems Integration Specialist - SBG

SBG Technology Solutions, Inc. (SBG), a DSS, Inc. company, offers Systems Engineering, Enterprise Modernization, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and IT Governance innovation to Federal and commercial clients nationwide. The ideal candidates for these positions are experienced individuals who are hard working with the ability to excel in a challenging, fast-paced government contractor environment.

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Systems Integration Engineer to support critical satellite communication programs for the U.S. Space Force. In this role, you will serve as a trusted technical advisor and subject matter expert, driving integration strategies across complex satellite communication systems, segments, and subsystems. You will work at the intersection of Government and contractor teams, playing a pivotal role in ensuring mission success across the full systems engineering lifecycle.

This position requires that you work on-site AND must live in or near El Segundo, CA

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a US Citizen

• Must be able to pass a Federal background check

• Must be determined suitable for federal employment

The Senior Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) Ground Systems Integration Specialist will:

Integration Strategy & Technical Baseline Management

• Develop and implement end-to-end integration strategies for satellite communication systems and segments, including Ground, Space, Crypto, and Terminals

• Manage and maintain technical baselines across multiple stakeholders and organizations

• Perform rigorous analysis and verification of system requirements that define the technical baseline

• Review proposed changes to the technical baseline, assessing impacts to enterprise capabilities and cross-stakeholder integration

Digital Engineering & Modeling

• Apply Digital Engineering methods and modeling strategies, including Digital Twins, to support integration and test activities

• Leverage modern collaboration and development tools to advance program objectives

Stakeholder Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with Government and contractor personnel to identify and close gaps in customer requirements across programs

• Lead and support Government/Contractor Working Group meetings, including developing briefings, facilitating discussions, and authoring meeting minutes

• Support major requirements reviews, design reviews, and other key program milestones

Risk, Issue & Schedule Management

• Identify and manage risks, issues, and interdependencies; surface schedule disconnects and conflicts proactively

• Develop and deliver alternative solutions to address integration challenges while managing schedule impacts and overall product delivery

• Assist the Government in developing and executing action plans for issue resolution

Advisory & Documentation Support

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), preparing and delivering technical briefings to U.S. Space Force program office personnel and key stakeholders

• Provide well-reasoned courses of action to inform and support Government decisions

• Facilitate program document reviews by consolidating and adjudicating comments in coordination with contractors

Security and Privacy Duties and Responsibilities:

Individuals working for SBG Technology Solutions, Inc, a DSS, Inc. will be subject to security and privacy requirements as explained in HIPAA, FedRAMP, and NIST 800-53. Additionally, they are required to undergo specific FedRAMP training to ensure compliance with all associated controls and responsibilities in the day-to-day performance of their duties. Individuals working in departments that are considered to be in the high-risk category will be required to undergo advanced training based on their role and level of access. Individuals with access to modify data and the configuration baseline will require further training.

The preceding functions are examples of the work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and make a reasonable accommodation as needed.

Required

• Hands-on experience with MILSATCOM programs (e.g., AEHF, PTS, EPS, WGS, FAB-T terminals)

• Experience collaborating with military personnel and DoD civilians

• Familiarity with ground and airborne systems, including terminals and networks

• Exceptional interpersonal, oral/written communication, and presentation skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance

Preferred

• Experience with mission planning, COMSEC/TRANSEC, or key management

• Demonstrated Technical Leadership experience within a Systems Engineering environment

• Knowledge of Agile Development methodologies and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence

Education

Required: Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline - Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science

Preferred: Master's degree in a technical discipline or Space Systems

Years of experience in a similar role:

Required: 15+ years of demonstrated Systems Engineering experience

Physical Demands:

Standing

10% per day

Sitting

60% per day

Walking

5% per day

Stooping

0% per day

Lifting

• If traveling, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted (luggage, laptop, etc.)
• Up to 15 lbs. unassisted, several times a day (laptop, office equipment, office supplies, etc.)

Computer Work

100% per day

Telephone Work

60% per day

Reading

100% per day

Other, please specify

• Travel unassisted less up to 10% per year, via aircraft or privately owned vehicle.

SBG, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you need an accommodation seeking employment with SBG, Inc., please email recruiting@sbgts.com or call (703) 299-9093. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.