Mission Planning Systems Engineer

Why Join Us? Innovative Projects: Our work is at the forefront of engineering, mission planning algorithms, operations, and cybersecurity solutions supporting national defense. Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace. Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in ensuring warfighters have reliable, optimized access to satellite communications resources worldwide.

Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain requirements for mission planning systems supporting MILSATCOM resource allocation, access scheduling, and payload configuration Support engineering of mission planning tools for satellite access planning, terminal-to-satellite resource assignment, and frequency/bandwidth allocation Analyze and model satellite coverage, link availability, and communications resource conflicts across MILSATCOM constellations (e.g., AEHF, WGS, MUOS) Support development and refinement of scheduling and deconfliction algorithms for competing mission planning requests Develop and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs) between mission planning systems, satellite control networks, and terminal segments Support integration of mission planning software with satellite command and control (C2) and TT&C systems Perform trade studies evaluating mission planning tool architecture, automation approaches, and system performance Support Verification & Validation (V&V) of mission planning software and algorithm updates Evaluate and document system risks associated with mission planning capabilities, coordinating mitigation strategies with government stakeholders Support technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) related to mission planning system upgrades and sustainment Coordinate with RF engineering, flight dynamics, and satellite operations teams on link budget, orbital geometry, and resource availability inputs to mission planning Support cybersecurity compliance for mission planning systems, including RMF/ATO documentation as applicable Prepare technical documentation, briefings, and reports for government program office review Collaborate with prime contractors, other support contractors, government civilians, and members of the U.S. Space Force

Requirements: Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance is required for this position Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical field 15+ years' experience in systems engineering 10+ years' experience in mission planning, satellite resource allocation, or scheduling systems engineering Deep understanding with satellite communications concepts (link budgets, frequency/bandwidth allocation, terminal-satellite access) Ability to coordinate with numerous stakeholders and customers Strong interpersonal skills to enable working and interfacing with diverse personnel and working in a dynamic team environment Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking Master's degree in a technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science; Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ASEP, CSEP) Experience with MILSATCOM programs, such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, PTES, PTS, and FAB-T terminal programs Experience with mission planning or scheduling software tools and algorithm development (e.g., optimization, deconfliction, or constraint-based scheduling) Knowledge of orbital mechanics and satellite coverage analysis tools (e.g., STK) Programming/scripting experience (Python, MATLAB, or similar) for planning tool support and automation Knowledge and experience in Jira and Confluence Experience working with military and DoD civilian clients Experience and familiarity working on a government space systems program Experience working on a Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) contract Active Secret Clearance or higher

Work Location: Onsite

Travel Requirements: Moderate

Working Hours: Standard business hours Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Annual Pay Transparency Range: $183,000.00 - $261,000.00 Tech 7 Benefits Package Highlights: 401k with company contribution Annual Bonus Educational reimbursement 11 paid holidays Tech 7 is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Visit us at www.tech 7.us.