Satellite Bus Engineer, Senior - SBG
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$165,000 per year
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$165,000 per year
Industries
Space Research and TechnologyGuided Missile and Space Vehicle ManufacturingSatellite TelecommunicationsJob Details:
Level: Experienced, Job Location: SBG - El Segundo - El Segundo, CA 90245, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $165,000.00 - $200,000.00 Salary, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Systems Engineering, 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.
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Satellite Bus Engineer to provide technical leadership and engineering expertise in support of satellite and space system programs. This is a senior-level, subject matter expert role responsible for supporting the full lifecycle of spacecraft bus systems, spanning design, development, integration, testing, launch, and sustainment.
In this capacity, the Senior Satellite Bus Engineer will lead and support systems engineering activities, conduct technical evaluations, manage engineering risk, and ensure mission assurance across all phases of the program lifecycle. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable diving into complex technical analyses as they are collaborating with customers, contractors, and cross-functional engineering teams to drive program success.
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 Satellite Bus Engineer will:serve as a subject matter expert and technical leader across the full satellite lifecycle, lifecycle, from early design through launch and sustainment
You’ll work alongside customers, contractors, and elite multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver space solutions that truly matter
Leading systems engineering efforts including requirements development, verification, validation, and technical risk management
Evaluating spacecraft designs, engineering products, and technical solutions to ensure peak mission performance and quality
Conducting technical assessments, analyses, and trade studies that drive smart program decisions
Collaborating across teams to identify and resolve complex technical challenges
Participating in technical reviews, integration activities, test events, and milestone assessments
Preparing and presenting technical reports, briefings, and engineering documentation to stakeholders
Mentoring and guiding junior engineers, sharing your expertise to strengthen the team
Representing SBG at customer meetings, technical reviews, conferences, and industry events
Contributing to strategic planning, technology assessments, and innovation initiatives
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.
Qualifications:
Required Skills:10+ years of relevant experience in spacecraft, satellite, or space systems engineering
Advanced knowledge of spacecraft bus architectures, subsystems, and lifecycle processes
Hands-on experience supporting the design, development, integration, testing, launch, and sustainment of complex aerospace or space systems
Strong command of systems engineering methodologies - requirements development, verification, validation, and configuration management
Proven ability to analyze complex technical challenges and develop practical, effective solutions
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Ability to juggle multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Active TS/SCI clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one
Preferred Skills:
15+ years of relevant experience
Experience supporting DoD, U.S. Space Force, Intelligence Community, NASA, or other Government space programs
Background in spacecraft acquisition, manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), digital engineering, and systems architecture
Experience with satellite mission operations, mission assurance, and reliability engineering
Knowledge of applicable aerospace, Government, and industry technical standards
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing contractor oversight
Exposure to spacecraft analysis, modeling, simulation, and engineering toolsets
Involvement in proposal development, business development, or capture activities
Education
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline
Desired: Master's degree or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or technical field; advanced coursework in spacecraft systems, mission assurance, or space systems acquisitio
Certification(s), Licenses: NCOSE CSEP / ESEP
PMP
DAU / DAWIA Acquisition Certifications
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Years of experience in a similar role:
Required:
10+ years of relevant experience in spacecraft, satellite, or space systems engineering
Preferred: 15+ years of relevant experience
Compensation:
Salary at SBG Technology Solutions, Inc is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $165,000.00 to $200,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of DSS, Inc.'s total compensation package for employees.
Physical Demands:
Standing 65% per day
Sitting 10% per day
Walking 10% per day
Stooping 2% per day
Lifting If traveling, ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted (luggage, laptop etc.) Up to 10 lbs. unassisted, several times a day (laptop, office equipment, office supplies, etc.)
Computer Work 70% per day
Telephone Work 10% per day
Reading 25% per day
Other, please specify Travels unassisted via common carrier and/or personal auto as required and/or as directed by Management/Client (up to 5% of the year).
SBGTS, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIf you need an accommodation seeking employment with SBGTS, Inc., please e-mail jobs@dssinc.com or call (561) 284-7333. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.
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Level
SeniorL5
Salary
$165,000 per year
Location
El Segundo, CA
Occupation
Aerospace Engineers
Industry
Space Research and Technology
Posted
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