Senior Ground Systems and Space Engineers

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Albuquerque, NM
Salary
$169,604–$229,464 / yr
Posted
121 days ago
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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Senior Ground Systems and Space Engineers

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HADES - Senior/SME Ground Systems and Space Engineers will join the HADES program team to support the Space Systems Command. This role involves the engineering, development, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical satellite ground systems. The successful candidate will perform complex systems modeling, ground systems engineering, space systems engineering, and systems design to solve intricate technical challenges. The position requires specific expertise in space command and control, along with at least eight years of experience in space and/or satellite ground systems. Candidates must possess the skills to manage high-level technical requirements within a defense and intelligence context. This role is essential for maintaining and evolving the infrastructure that supports critical space operations and ensures the reliability of satellite communication and command frameworks.

Skills

Ground Systems Space Systems Systems Design Complex Systems Modeling Space Command and Control Satellite Ground Systems AI ML Cloud

What you'll do

  • Engineer mission-critical satellite ground systems for the Space Systems Command.
  • Perform engineering development, integration, and sustainment for the HADES program.
  • Design and model complex ground and space systems.
  • Execute space command and control operations.
  • Provide subject matter expertise for complex technical challenges in satellite systems.
  • Support the full lifecycle of ground system engineering and infrastructure operations.

What we're looking for

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Must currently possess a Secret security clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
  • 8+ years of experience in space and/or satellite ground systems.
  • Experience in space command and control is required.
  • Skills in complex systems modeling, ground systems, space systems, and systems design.
  • BA/BS degree (preferred).

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