OverviewSenior Systems EngineerLOCATION: On Site - Kirtland AFB, NMJOB STATUS: Full-timeCLEARANCE: Active TS/SCI clearanceTRAVEL: Astrion is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Space Vehicles Directorate, in support of the Rapid Architecture Prototyping and Integration Development (RAPID) laboratory at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM. This is a lead technical role driving architecture design, requirements development, and risk management for advanced, system-of-systems space architectures. The RAPID Lab plays a critical role in shaping the future of resilient space systems for the U.S. Space Force.Required Qualifications / SkillsU.S. Citizenship requiredActive TS/SCI clearance prior to startBachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical fieldMinimum 5+ years of relevant technical engineering experience2+ years of systems engineering experience on large-scale ($100M+) government programsFamiliarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, or Enterprise ArchitectProficient in systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Jama, Jira, ConfluenceAbility to lead technical discussions and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholdersStrong analytical skills with the ability to manage complex systems and technical requirementsExcellent time management and organizational skillsSelf‑motivated and capable of independent problem solvingPreferred Qualifications / SkillsExperience with space systems, satellite communications, or secure ground systemsBackground in IT infrastructure and networked systemsFamiliarity with defense acquisition processes or similar government frameworksExperience conducting trade studies, algorithm development, or system-level modelingUnderstanding of DoDAF or SysML for architectural frameworksPrior experience working with senior government or military leadershipResponsibilitiesServe as the technical lead reporting to the RAPID Program Manager and Technical DirectorLead and participate in technical interchange meetings, design reviews, and stakeholder briefingsCollaborate with government stakeholders and other program offices to align objectivesGuide and mentor junior engineers and subcontractorsDevelop and manage system‑of‑systems-level requirements, ensuring traceability across subsystemsOversee interface definitions, validation, and verification activitiesLead identification and mitigation of technical risks in software, hardware, and network domainsDevelop and review operational concepts (CONOPS) and mission‑level use casesSupport the development of preliminary and detailed system architecturesConduct system‑level trade studies and support algorithm and modeling effortsAssist in the development of test plans and review of test resultsParticipate in integration and system‑level validation activitiesApply best practices in systems engineering using tools and frameworks to drive resultsCommunicate risk posture and technical status to program and customer leadership#J-18808-Ljbffr
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