SDA Radar Systems Engineer

Position Summary Come be a part of a fast-paced, fulfilling and fun team in beautiful Colorado Springs, CO! Odyssey Systems is looking for high-performing, passionate people ready to make a difference by joining our existing team of dedicated professionals supporting Battle Management, Command, Control, Communication, and Space Intelligence (BMC3I). We have an exciting new opportunity providing Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) supporting the US Space Force mission to defend National Security Interests in Space as a Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Radar Systems Engineer providing Engineering Support as a member of the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) program in Space Systems Command (SSC), System Delta 85 (SYD 85).SYD 85 is the U.S. Space Force organization responsible for developing and delivering resilient space capabilities supporting Battle Management, Command, Control, Communication, and Space Intelligence (BMC3I). SYD 85 synchronizes acquisition efforts for critical space system capabilities and works together with Combat Forces Command (CFC) Mission Deltas to improve mission readiness.  SYD 85 contains three System Program Directors (SPDs), formerly known as Senior Materiel Leaders, corresponding to Battlespace Awareness (BA), Battle Management (BM), and Space Access & Networked Services (BN). The DARC program is under Battlespace Awareness, Ground Sensors (SSC SYD85/BAS).Odyssey Systems provides support to the Government in five areas: Product Support, Sustainment Engineering & Sustainment Management, Technical Order Management, Technical User Interface, and System Design, Engineering, and Integration. These tasks are executed laterally with USSF CFC depot and development contractors and with BMC3I stakeholders.This is a full-time position at 2424 Garden of the Gods Road with occasional work at Peterson SFB and Schriever SFB in Colorado Springs, CO and the opportunity to telework 1 to 2 days per week at the discretion of the Government. Responsibilities An A&AS contractor is a knowledgeable and trusted advisor to the Government Program Office. As an SDA Radar Systems Engineer you will perform engineering analysis, planning, interface design, and provide engineering support for programs in SYD 85. The ideal candidate will be an engineer who can rapidly become educated on a bespoke issue on unique systems, evaluate the cost/benefit of many potential technical solutions, and make recommendations to the Delta or the PEO for how to proceed. You will also create plans for future development and integration of SYD 85 systems. Duties include, but are not limited to: Review, organize and manage the technical baseline of SYD-85 developed weapon systems using modern tools including Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Manage, analyze, and trace functional and non-functional system requirements, and architecture componentsParticipate in trade studies to support the selection of preferred design solutions, commercial hardware or software components, and preferred course of action alternatives in project development/system deliveryOrganize and lead integrated product teams (IPT) to review and resolve technical issues or risks to product deliveryProvide systems, electrical, and/or mechanical engineering support for new Space Force systemsDraft and/or review engineering documents (SEP, RMP, CMP, LCMP, PPP etc.) to ensure best engineering practices are implementedReview and approve technical deliverables including (Algorithm Description Documentation (ADD), Test plans and procedures, Technical Orders and engineering drawing packages.Identify and track development risks in support of Government activitiesDevelop technology insertion and risk reduction strategies, studies, and recommendations to mitigate identified risksDraft, review, and provide input during the development of system requirements and design documentation (e.g., SRDs, FRDs, SOWs) Provide technical evaluation of contractor proposalsProvide proposal analysis support services that compare and quantify proposed systems, components, and approaches for technical feasibility, compatibility, and cost-effectivenessProvide overarching technical support services, including reviews, studies, audits, evaluations and analyses, scientific and procedural guidance, documentation, technical analysis, and support of associated engineering IPTsSupport development of system integration plans, procedures, and scenariosProvide relevant input to acquisition planning activities, upgrades and modifications, and studies and interface with stakeholders, contractor personnel, and product integratorsDevelop and maintain relationships with DoD, Air Force, Space Force, and Intelligence Community stakeholders throughout the BMC3I enterpriseTravel to CONUS and OCONUS locations at the request of the GovernmentOther duties as required/requested by the Government within the constraints of the S3 contract Qualifications Citizenship: Must be a US citizenMinimum Required Qualifications:Clearance: DoD SecretEducation: Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, Engineering Management, Information Technology, or a technical space related disciplineYears of Experience: 8 years of relevant experience with 4 years in a Systems Engineering, Test Engineering, or technical space analysis role in a Program Office, operational technical staff, or Sustainment organization supporting similar Department of Defense or Intelligence Community Space Surveillance systems OR, Master’s degree in systems engineering, Engineering Management, Electrical Engineering (RF), or a related discipline with 4 years of relevant experience in a Systems Engineering, Test Engineering, or technical space analysis role in a Program Office, operational technical staff, or Sustainment organization supporting similar Department of Defense or Intelligence Community Space Surveillance systemsOther Qualifications:Demonstrated ability to interact and build effective relationships and teams with government customers, FFRDCs, and contractors, working in a highly dynamic environmentSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment – able to take ownership of problems and see through to completionEffective communication skills (both written and verbal) with internal and external clientsPreferred Qualifications:Clearance: Active DoD TS/SCI clearance, amenable to polygraphEducation/Experience: Degree and/or experience in RF engineering, signal processing, agile software development, GPGPU cluster development or optimization, space systems operations and analysis, Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems test and evaluation Certifications: PMP Certification; DAU DAWIA, or equivalent Acquisition Program Management, Systems Engineering, or Test Level II or III trainingExperience:Prior work in program management or assisting program management desiredPrior work with RF or optical systems including Radars and/or RF communicationsPrior work in developing signal processing systemsPrior work with DoD software and hardware Agile, waterfall, and hybrid development efforts Prior work in testing RF, optical or space systemsPrior work with SDA sensors, command and control systems, and networksPrior work with Space OperationsPrior work as an A&AS contractor in a DoD, MDA, or IC Acquisition organizationAdditional Information:Location: 2424 Garden of the Gods Road with occasional work at Peterson SFB, Schriever SFB, or contractor locations in Colorado Springs, COTravel: Up to 15% to CONUS and OCONUS locations upon Government directionHybrid: Onsite with an opportunity to telework 1 to 2 days per week at the discretion of the Government#LI-JK1 Company Overview Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Please Note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.Odyssey BenefitsJob SummaryID: 2026-8146Category: EngineeringType: Full TimeBiweekly Hours: 80Location : Name: 2424 Garden of the Gods RoadMin: USD $170,000.00/Yr.Max: USD $180,000.00/Yr.