Lead Software Engineer

Software Engineer LeadLocation: El Segundo, CA Required Security Clearance: Active TS with SCI eligibility Position Type/Standard Work Hours: Full time, 40 hoursThe Opportunity: Upon award, BTAS will be filling potential openings for the Space Systems Command (SSC). SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States's space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security. SSC/SZBC specializes in highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to support the Department of Defense's (DoD) current and future operational needs. As a leader in space technology, SSC/SZ-BC is responsible for the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical systems spanning the entire acquisition life cycle. These efforts ensure the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners maintain a strategic advantage in space operations. This position will support multiple SSC/SZ-BC programs, as well as other initiatives across the Space Force, Air Force, and allied organizations. Join us in shaping the future of space operations and contributing to the defense of our nation's space assets.Who We Are: BTAS is a woman-owned small business founded in 1995, located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Beavercreek, OH. We have earned national and regional awards in the Department of Defense for our proven IT, Engineering, and Program Management capabilities. We are committed to working with exceptional quality and professionalism to deliver excellence to our customers, while providing our employees a stimulating and satisfying work environment as we collaborate with teammates to achieve common goals.Primary Responsibilities:Provide space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical support for all project and program stages within the acquisition life cycle.Support program acquisition efforts related to advanced technology, future concept development, and integration.Advise and assist the government on cost, schedule, and performance matters.Draft and revise Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and acquisition documentation for government program managers.Support the presentation of acquisition-related products to internal and external stakeholders.Develop documentation, including capability documents, acquisition strategies, system specifications, training materials, briefings, and reports following government standards (e.g., MIL-STD).Provide subject matter expert-level technical and programmatic status reports on individual programs or portfolios upon request.Identify and recommend acquisition process improvements and risk reduction strategies.Assist in developing and maintaining a government risk program, including risk identification and mitigation planning.Monitor program schedules, track acquisition implementation, report requirement shortfalls, and assess program risks.Maintain and update acquisition reports by correlating program execution data with baselines.Advise government program managers on technical engagements, such as design reviews, working groups, and program conferences.Maintain broad awareness of ongoing programs and technology development efforts within the portfolio.Support integrated product teams and facilitate coordination between customers and contractors.Provide technical and operational insight for mission protection, operations, and data assessments.Recommend solutions for technical anomalies and conduct impact analyses, audits, and compliance inspections.Advise on software planning and development for spiral and agile acquisition programs.Minimum Qualifications:Expert in Agile processes and implementation for large scale software programsExperience building, testing, delivering, and deploying secure enterprise software systemsExperience communicating with leadership, stakeholders, and development communitiesEffective management experience with large scale programs (more than 100 personnel)Knowledgeable with respect to DoD, Air Force, or SSC processes and procedures for delivering systems to production environmentsFamiliarity with highly available, scalable cloud native solutions within commercial industry Q1Requires three to 10 years' experience in this type of position or program.Requires a BA/BS degree.Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not supervise the work of others. Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Physical Demands: Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%. Travel: Little if any travel is required. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice. Compensation / Salary Range: BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. The following salary range is what we reasonably expect to pay but is contingent and subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc. Salary Range: $115,000 - $200,000 Annual Salary BTAS Benefits: A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees. AAP / EEO Statement: BTAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. BTAS is an E-Verify program participant.