Electromagnetic Warfare Systems Engineer

About the role

The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG supports major customers including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Material Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, and provides deep technical expertise to the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems.

As the Electromagnetic Warfare Systems Engineer, you will provide systems engineering expertise for the United States Space Force (USSF) Combat Forces Command (CFC) Mission Delta 3 (MD3) 3rd Sustainment Squadron (3STS). MD3 is the USSF’s space electromagnetic warfare (EW) mission delta. You’ll support Mission Delta 3 in operational activities as well as define, acquire, verify, field, integrate, maintain, and refine USSF space EW warfighting capabilities while being cognizant of cost, schedule, technical performance, and risks. You’ll work with space EW systems such as the Counter Communications System (CCS), the Space Electromagnetic Warfare Operating Location (SEWOL), the Remote Modular Terminals (RMTs), and Bounty Hunter.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of space electromagnetic warfare (SEW) by guiding technical and acquisition activities that directly impact Mission Delta 3 operational capabilities.
• Perform systems analysis and engineering assessments to identify and resolve critical risks, issues, and gaps (RIGs) across space and ground architectures.
• Apply innovative systems engineering approaches to evaluate mission requirements, capability needs, program office deliverables, and acquisition execution.
• Develop processes to enable successful dynamic sustainment of SEW assets.
• Work across program, mission, and stakeholder boundaries to champion enterprise perspectives in Aerospace assessments on program roadmaps, acquisition strategies, vendor proposals, and technical artifacts.
• Author technical guidance and deliver system assessments, drawing on Aerospace Engineering and Technology Group (ETG) expertise to support program office acquisition milestones.
• Provide operational insights and technical direction into Mission Delta 3 space EW systems across all phases of the acquisition lifecycle.
• Ensure Mission Delta 3 customers receive expert guidance during detailed discussions with internal and external stakeholders, prime contractors, and government program offices.
• Collaborate effectively with members of Mission Delta 3, government acquisition stakeholders, Aerospace, and contractors.
• Proactively anticipate and respond to Mission Delta 3 operational, capability, and acquisition needs.
• Communicate plans, progress, and system details clearly and professionally in reports, source selection/milestone briefings, and updates to government leadership and Aerospace management.
• Share technical expertise and program knowledge to mentor and develop team members.

Requirements

• Minimum Requirements for Project Engineer – Systems Engineering:
  • Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, a related STEM field, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and hands-on operational experience in a technical environment.
  • 8 or more years of progressive professional experience in National Security Space (NSS) or other defense systems engineering roles.
  • Project experience in systems engineering and DoD acquisition activities across space and ground systems—including requirements development, RFP/SOW review, architectural trades, technical evaluations, milestone reviews, and acquisition lifecycle management.
  • Ability to lead and participate in multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment and respond rapidly to management, customer, and program office requests.
  • Ability to articulate complex technical and acquisition strategy issues clearly to diverse audiences.
  • Willingness to travel domestically up to 25%.
  • Current and active TS/SCI security clearance with eligibility for Special Access Program (SAP) access. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.
• Minimum Requirements for Senior Project Engineer – Systems Engineering:
  • 12 or more years of progressive professional experience in National Security Space (NSS) or other defense systems engineering roles.
  • Proven track record leading core systems engineering and DoD acquisition activities across space and ground systems—including requirements development, RFP/SOW review, architectural trades, technical evaluations, milestone reviews, and acquisition lifecycle management.
  • Demonstrated project management and technical lead experience with a proven ability to direct multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
  • Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and respond rapidly to management, customer, and program office requests.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical and acquisition strategy issues clearly to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or related STEM field is strongly preferred.
• Experience in operational warfighting activities such as electromagnetic, cyber, or orbital warfare.
• Knowledge in space or terrestrial electromagnetic warfare.
• Proven technical knowledge in ground-based space communication and electromagnetic warfare systems.
• Skilled in testing and analyzing communication systems to verify requirements.
• Hands-on experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering tools and processes.
• Experience working with stakeholders to elicit, document, peer review, and validate requirements for DoD system requirements documents and statements of work.
• Recent relevant experience working with electromagnetic warfare government stakeholders.
• Demonstrated expertise in Mission Delta 3 systems with the ability to advise senior leadership on system capabilities and limitations.
• In-depth knowledge of DoD acquisitions, information technologies, cybersecurity, or a combination of these fields.
• Current or previous access to SAP, which is issued by the U.S. government, is preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
• Relocation assistance.
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career.
• Education assistance programs.
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

Pay

The grade-based pay range for this job is $117,300.00 – $226,900.00 on an annual basis. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.