ESS Terminals Systems Engineer
$135k - $169kModern Technology Solutions
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking an ESS Terminals Systems Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA.The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge SE&I for the Space Force’s Space System Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art MILSATCOM systems, providing secure global, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.Work Environment:Location: On-siteTravel Requirements: MinimalWorking Hours: StandardQualifications:Required:Active DoD Secret clearanceBachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or related technical field8+ years’ engineering experience5+ years’ experience in Systems Engineering, such as requirements and technical baseline development, test planning and integration, verification, and validationExperience developing or managing requirements or Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for complex systemsStrong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skillsProficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facilityDesired Skills and Experience:Active Top Secret clearanceMaster’s degree in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science, or related technical fieldExperience with MILSATCOM systems, such as AEHF, PTS, EPS, WGS, and FAB-T terminal programsExperience working with military and DoD civiliansExperience with ground and airborne systems, such as terminals and networksKnowledge and experience in Agile Development and collaboration tools (Jira/Confluence)Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, INCOSE CSEP or ESEP)Compensation: The pay range for this position in California is $135,000/year to $169,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.#LI-MM1#MTSI#MTSIJOBS
$120k - $160k
...Segundo, CA, US Date Posted: 2026-07-17 Category: Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Systems Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job... ...?JOB DESCRIPTION: SAIC is seeking an ESS Terminals Systems Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA...SuggestedFull timeContract workFor contractorsFor subcontractorWork at officeRemote workShift work$183k - $261k
...Sr. Systems Engineer – Command & Control (C2) Satellite System Full Time Professional El Segundo... ...Develop and maintain ESS Command & Control (C2) system requirements... ...2 interfaces between ESS space, ground, terminal, cryptographic, and external mission partner...SuggestedFull timeFor subcontractorWork at officeLocal area$121k - $151k
...been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology... ...mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and... ...systems, ground systems, or terminal systems * Experience supporting... ...Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS), Protected SATCOM, NC3, GPS,...SuggestedFull timeFor contractorsWork at officeWorldwide- ...developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.MECHANICAL ENGINEER, FLIGHT TERMINATION SYSTEM (STARSHIP)As a member of the Flight Termination System team, you will have the exciting opportunity to be responsible...SuggestedPermanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placementInternship
$121k - $151k
Title: Strategic Systems Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides... ...(SATCOM) space systems, ground systems, or terminal systems Experience supporting Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS), Protected SATCOM, NC3, GPS, PNT, or...SuggestedFor contractorsWork at officeLocal areaWorldwideFlexible hours$145.1k - $269.5k
...space and find a career that's built for you.As an ESS SATCOM Systems Integration, systems engineering SME, you will:Act as a customer interface, foster customer... ...system analysis and interface definition across terminal, ground, and space segmentsCollaborate with segment...Full timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$183k - $228k
..., Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Senior Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) Ground Systems Integration Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. Due to security... ...communication systems, segments (Ground, Space, Crypto, and Terminals), subsystems, elements, and components; establish,...Contract workFor contractorsWork at office- ...specified project. We are seeking a Digital Communications Space Systems Engineer (2-5 years of experience) to support modeling, simulation,... ...end-to-end communications systems, including waveforms, terminal networks, and ground/space hubs using purpose-built simulation...Full timeContract workImmediate startShift work
$178.5k - $331.5k
...security and prosperity.Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.As an ESS SATCOM Systems Integration and Test Systems Engineering SME, you will:Act as a customer interface, foster customer relationship and interpret customer feedback...Full timeTemporary workWork experience placementCasual workFlexible hours$183k - $261k
...for rapid solutions development, complex systems integration, and the onboarding of... ...7 is seeking a Mission Planning Systems Engineer to join our team in El Segundo CA. You must... ...planning tools for satellite access planning, terminal-to-satellite resource assignment, and...Contract workFor contractorsFor subcontractorWork at officeLocal areaWorldwide$113.1k - $141.3k
...Title: Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR is seeking a System Safety Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. You must be able to... ...with MILSATCOM, such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, PTES, PTS, and FAB-T terminal programs Experience working with military and DoD...Contract workFor contractorsWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours$110k - $151k
...Communications Systems EngineerCHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi... ...threats.As a Communications Systems Engineer, you will own the connectivity backbone... ...qualify comms hardware (cell modems, SATCOM terminals, P2P dishes, mesh radios) for field robustness...Full timeWork experience placementCasual workWork at officeRemote workRelocation package$99k - $225k
RF Systems EngineerThe Opportunity:Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to... ...specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer-focused engineering solution. As a leader in RF systems engineering, we’re looking...Full timeContract workPart timeLocal areaRemote work$133.5k - $190.05k
...Force and has signed pre-order agreements with Equinix, with deployments beginning in 2028.About the RoleRadiant is seeking a Systems Engineer to develop, maintain, and govern engineering design standards, requirements, and verification methodologies for the mass production...Full timeContract workImmediate startRemote workFlexible hoursWeekend work$86.8k - $198k
Systems EngineerThe Opportunity:Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make... ...makes you an integral part of delivering a customer-focused engineering solution. If this sounds like you, come join Booz Allen’s new...Full timeContract workPart timeWork at officeLocal areaRemote work- Requirements/Systems EngineerJob#: 3047204Job Description:Requirements/Systems EngineerLocation: El Segundo, California (Onsite)Candidates... ...OverviewOur organization is seeking a Requirements and Systems Engineer for a role based in El Segundo, CA. This position involves the...
$86.8k - $198k
Space Systems EngineerThe Opportunity:Create, integrate, and apply interdisciplinary digital models and systems engineering products from concept throughout the product lifecycle on a Medium Earth Orbit Space and Ground system. Apply extensive technical expertise and full...Full timeContract workPart timeFor contractorsLocal areaRemote work$62k - $141k
Payload Systems EngineerThe Opportunity:In this role, you’ll combine systems thinking with deep satellite communications domain expertise... ...national security space. As a Communications Payload Systems Engineer, you will lead end-to-end payload systems engineering across...Full timeContract workPart timeFor contractorsLocal areaRemote work$95.5k - $181.7k
...the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead... ...meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Raytheon Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) is seeking a Systems...Temporary workWork experience placementInterim roleWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$75.8k - $144.2k
...push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. The Space & Airborne Systems (SAS) organization within Systems Engineering & Test Capabilities (SE&TC) is seeking a Systems Engineer II to join the Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) team....Temporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are...Full timeFlexible hours
$180k - $220k
...SecretBusiness Unit: Zachary PiperPosition Owner: Jack LivelySenior Ground Systems EngineerContract Type: Contract to HireSalary: $180K - $220... ...: One interview with the ITP lead and another grounds systems engineer.Team Overview: Join a highly technical engineering team...Contract work$158k - $219.45k
...agreements with Equinix, with deployments beginning in 2028.About the RoleRadiant is seeking a highly motivated Senior Fluid Systems Engineer to own critical Kaleidos fluid systems from preliminary design through build and production. These systems include the primary...Full timeContract workImmediate startRemote workFlexible hoursWeekend work$120.8k - $150k
...Workplace at Sony Pictures EntertainmentWe're looking for a hands-on engineer who wants to do more than maintain technology, someone who... ...engineering practices to improve how we operate.As a Senior Systems Engineer, Microsoft 365, you'll play a key role in engineering...Full time$140.33k - $179.31k
...Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL. Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.About this RoleAs a Senior Fluid Systems Engineer on Varda's Payload team, you will develop first of its kind electromechanical fluid-handling hardware that manufactures...Permanent employmentFull timeInternshipImmediate startRelocation packageFlexible hours$170k - $195k
...CaliforniaSecurity Clearance: SecretBusiness Unit: Zachary PiperPosition Owner: Meg CarboneZachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Ground Systems Engineer to support a company focused on advanced defense communications, command & control systems, and mission operations. This...$86.8k - $198k
Systems Engineer, SeniorThe Opportunity: Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact on national security space missions? You understand your customer’s environment and how to develop the right systems...Full timeContract workPart timeFor contractorsWork at officeLocal areaRemote work- ...health, transportation, and citizen services. We’re a nonprofit engineering, applied research, and advanced technology organization... ...MITRE for a career with purpose — and help shape the future.The Systems and Operations Department (L626) within MITRE’s Systems Engineering...Work experience placementInternshipLocal areaImmediate start
$177k - $265.6k
...employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for... ...Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Sector is seeking a Systems Engineer – Level 5 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA. Please be aware...Full timeRelocation packageMonday to ThursdayFlexible hoursShift work$85 - $90 per hour
...A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a RF Systems Engineer Position type: Full-time, Contract Duration: 12+ Months Location: El Segundo, CA As a(n) RF Systems Engineeryou will: Job Description Day to Day Responsibilities...Hourly payFull timeContract workTemporary workFor contractorsWork experience placementImmediate startWorldwideFlexible hours
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