Overview
Senior Systems Engineer
LOCATION: On Site - Kirtland AFB, NM
JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: Active TS/SCI clearance
CERTIFICATION: N/A
TRAVEL: <10%
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 / SKILLS
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Active TS/SCI clearance prior to start
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field
- Minimum 5+ years of relevant technical engineering experience
- 2+ years of systems engineering experience on large-scale ($100M+) government programs
- Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, or Enterprise Architect
- Proficient in systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Jama, Jira, Confluence
- Ability to lead technical discussions and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage complex systems and technical requirements
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Self-motivated and capable of independent problem solving
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Experience with space systems, satellite communications, or secure ground systems
- Background in IT infrastructure and networked systems
- Familiarity with defense acquisition processes or similar government frameworks
- Experience conducting trade studies, algorithm development, or system-level modeling
- Understanding of DoDAF or SysML for architectural frameworks
- Prior experience working with senior government or military leadership
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