Program Systems Engineering Lead

About the role

Lynker Corporation is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Systems Engineering Lead to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be situated locally in Greenbelt, MD, and able to work either hybrid or on-site.

Responsibilities

• Assess the societal/economic benefits of LEO data and prepare value assessment reports of LEO observations.
• Support the LEO Senior Scientist in communicating mission science data effectiveness and customer applications, and in bridging the research and operations communities.
• Review LEO system implementation plans, operational concepts, orbit/attitude determination requirements, launch and early operations procedures, and configuration management.
• Support the LEO Chief Systems Engineer with technical documentation, software engineering process/metrics review, requirements analysis, system architecture and concept of operations, and subject matter expertise on operations, direct broadcast, and frequency management.
• Cook up with NOAA/NASA LEO Program and Project Scientists and algorithm science staff to ensure consistency in Program Systems Engineering (PSE) and science efforts.
• Provide subject matter expertise on system installation, integration, testing, and transition to operations, and support acquisition planning activities.
• Consult with NOAA stakeholders on strategies to mitigate the sale of RF spectrum targeted for commercial use.
• Serve as liaison among the LEO Program, Flight Project, Ground Segment, STAR Science Team Leads, NESDIS OCS/SAE, and external groups on algorithm/data product performance, system interfaces, and requirements verification.
• Assess sensor performance waivers and anomalies affecting data products; guide Flight Project on sensor test, calibration, and characterization adequacy.
• Contribute to LEO Algorithm Management Project policy/strategy and document algorithms and technical reports.
• Provide project management support (schedules, risks, issue resolution) for development, verification, calibration, validation, and maintenance of LEO science algorithms and data products.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (or equivalent experience) in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or physical/environmental science, with 15 - 20 years experience related to the above requirements.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of satellite systems engineering — orbit/attitude determination, launch and early operations, and configuration management.
• Strong mission science/Earth observation background, able to translate data effectiveness into operational and customer applications.
• Experience with software engineering standards, metrics, and requirements analysis in a government/aerospace environment.
• Working knowledge of sensor and Environmental Data Record (EDR) algorithm management, including calibration and validation.
• Prominent ability to serve as technical liaison across multiple organizations (NOAA, NASA, Flight/Ground, science teams) and align stakeholder requirements.
• Familiarity with direct broadcast services, frequency/spectrum management, and RF spectrum policy.
• Strong project management, technical writing, and briefing/review-board skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.

Skills

• Systems Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Physical/Environmental Science
• Software Engineering Standards
• Software Engineering Metrics
• Requirements Analysis
• System Architecture
• Concept of Operations
• Subject Matter Expertise
• Technical Liaison
• Direct Broadcast Services
• Frequency/Spectrum Management
• RF Spectrum Policy
• Project Management
• Technical Writing
• Briefing/Review-Board Skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Pay

The pay range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The Program Systems Engineering Lead will work either hybrid or on-site, with specific details to be determined upon contract award.