Ground Segment Systems Engineer

About the role

The Ground Segment Systems Engineer supports the systems engineering, technical integration, and lifecycle management of the Ground Segment supporting a Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) communications satellite operating in a Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) environment. This role works closely with RF, Network, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Software, Mission Planning, and Satellite Operations engineers to ensure successful integration and verification of the Ground Segment architecture throughout the program lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Ground Segment technical baseline, ensuring consistency between requirements, architecture, interfaces, and implementation.
• Support the development, coordination, review, and maintenance of Ground Segment Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Coordinate with internal engineering teams and external stakeholders to ensure interface requirements are properly documented, reviewed, baselined, and maintained throughout the program lifecycle.
• Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities, including system modeling, architecture updates, requirements traceability, and management of engineering artifacts.
• Support the development and maintenance of the Verification Cross Reference Matrix (VCRM) to ensure Ground Segment requirements are properly allocated and verified.
• Support the development and maintenance of the Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP) and other Ground Segment systems engineering documentation.
• Support planning and coordination of Ground Segment Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T) activities, including integration planning, verification planning, test coordination, and requirements validation.
• Support the development and maintenance of Ground Segment requirements, verification matrices, engineering documentation, and technical reports.
• Participate in engineering working groups, technical interchange meetings, design reviews, and integration planning sessions.
• Support technical risk identification, documentation, and mitigation planning under the guidance of senior engineering staff.
• Assist in the transition of the Ground Segment from development and integration into operational service and long-term sustainment.

Requirements

You are a motivated systems engineer with a strong interest in multidisciplinary integration and the delivery of complex aerospace and satellite communications capabilities. You understand the importance of maintaining technical baselines through disciplined requirements management, interface control, verification planning, and configuration management processes. You thrive in collaborative engineering environments, working across multiple technical domains to ensure that complex systems function as an integrated whole. You bring strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You are eager to continue growing your expertise in satellite communications, MBSE, and systems integration while supporting mission-critical government programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• 3–5 years of professional experience supporting systems engineering, aerospace, satellite communications, defense programs, or other complex technical environments.
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and lifecycle processes.
• Familiarity with: Requirements management, Requirements traceability, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Configuration management, Verification and validation processes, Technical documentation development.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively coordinate across multiple technical disciplines and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common engineering collaboration tools.
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
• Experience supporting satellite communications, aerospace, or Department of Defense programs.
• Familiarity with Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) satellite systems and Ground Segment architectures.
• Experience developing or maintaining Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for complex hardware and software systems.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler.
• Experience using requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS or DOORS Next.
• Familiarity with Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRMs), verification planning, and requirements verification methodologies.
• Experience supporting Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs) and related engineering documentation.
• Experience supporting Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T) activities for complex systems.
• Familiarity with cloud-native Ground Systems, mission planning systems, or satellite command and control architectures.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar engineering collaboration platforms.
• Knowledge of systems integration principles across RF Ground Systems, Cloud Infrastructure, Software, Networks, and Mission Operations.
• Experience with or knowledge of SES/Intelsat Ground Segment architectures, satellite control systems, engineering processes, or GEO satellite operations is highly desirable.
• Strong systems-thinking mindset with an interest in multidisciplinary engineering and integration.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow in a complex aerospace and satellite communications environment.
• Excellent organizational and technical writing skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, mission-critical Government program environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships across engineering disciplines and with Government and contractor stakeholders.

Skills

• Systems Engineering
• Satellite Communications
• Defense Programs
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Requirements Management
• Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
• Configuration Management
• Verification and Validation Processes
• Technical Documentation Development
• Multidisciplinary Engineering Teams
• Requirements Traceability
• System Modeling
• Architecture Updates
• Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRMs)
• Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs)
• Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T) Activities
• Cloud-Native Ground Systems
• Mission Planning Systems
• Satellite Command and Control Architectures
• Jira, Confluence, or Similar Engineering Collaboration Platforms
• SES/Intelsat Ground Segment Architectures
• Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) Satellite Systems
• RF Ground Systems
• Network Infrastructure
• Software
• Cybersecurity
• Space Vehicle Interfaces
• Verification Planning
• Requirements Verification Methodologies
• Engineering Processes
• Command and Control Architectures
• Systems Integration Principles
• Collaborative Teamwork
• Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Technical Writing
• Project Management
• Technical Risk Identification
• Risk Mitigation Planning
• Systems Thinking
• Learning and Growth
• Government Program Environment
• Working Relationships

Benefits

SES Space & Defense offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and overall well-being. This includes:

• Health Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Work-Life Balance Initiatives
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Volunteer Time Off
• Wellness Programs

Pay

Competitive compensation and benefits package tailored to individual performance and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible working hours to accommodate mission-critical needs.