Senior Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) Ground Systems Integration Specialist

SBG Technology Solutions, Inc. (SBG), a DSS, Inc. company, offers Systems Engineering, Enterprise Modernization, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and IT Governance innovation to Federal and commercial clients nationwide. The ideal candidates for these positions are experienced individuals who are hard working with the ability to excel in a challenging, fast-paced government contractor environment. Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Systems Integration Engineer to support critical satellite communication programs for the U.S. Space Force. In this role, you will serve as a trusted technical advisor and subject matter expert, driving integration strategies across complex satellite communication systems, segments, and subsystems. You will work at the intersection of Government and contractor teams, playing a pivotal role in ensuring mission success across the full systems engineering lifecycle. This position requires that you work on-site AND must live in or near El Segundo, CA Conditions of Employment Must be a US Citizen Must be able to pass a Federal background check Must be determined suitable for federal employment The Senior Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) Ground Systems Integration Specialist will: Integration Strategy & Technical Baseline Management Develop and implement end-to-end integration strategies for satellite communication systems and segments, including Ground, Space, Crypto, and Terminals Manage and maintain technical baselines across multiple stakeholders and organizations Perform rigorous analysis and verification of system requirements that define the technical baseline Review proposed changes to the technical baseline, assessing impacts to enterprise capabilities and cross-stakeholder integration Apply Digital Engineering methods and modeling strategies, including Digital Twins, to support integration and test activities Leverage modern collaboration and development tools to advance program objectives Stakeholder Collaboration & Leadership Partner with Government and contractor personnel to identify and close gaps in customer requirements across programs Lead and support Government/Contractor Working Group meetings, including developing briefings, facilitating discussions, and authoring meeting minutes Support major requirements reviews, design reviews, and other key program milestones Risk, Issue & Schedule Management Identify and manage risks, issues, and interdependencies; surface schedule disconnects and conflicts proactively Develop and deliver alternative solutions to address integration challenges while managing schedule impacts and overall product delivery Assist the Government in developing and executing action plans for issue resolution Advisory & Documentation Support Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), preparing and delivering technical briefings to U.S. Space Force program office personnel and key stakeholders Provide well-reasoned courses of action to inform and support Government decisions Facilitate program document reviews by consolidating and adjudicating comments in coordination with contractors Qualifications Required Hands-on experience with MILSATCOM programs (e.g., AEHF, PTS, EPS, WGS, FAB-T terminals) Experience collaborating with military personnel and DoD civilians Familiarity with ground and airborne systems, including terminals and networks Exceptional interpersonal, oral/written communication, and presentation skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) * Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance Preferred Experience with mission planning, COMSEC/TRANSEC, or key management Demonstrated Technical Leadership experience within a Systems Engineering environment Knowledge of Agile Development methodologies and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence Education Required: Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline — Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science Preferred: Master's degree in a technical discipline or Space Systems Years of experience in a similar role: Required: 15+ years of demonstrated Systems Engineering experience #J-18808-Ljbffr SBG Technology Solutions, Inc.