{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b4f3c4e6bcd7b408ff50b7f3","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b4f3c4e6bcd7b408ff50b7f3","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b4f3c4e6bcd7b408ff50b7f3","title":"Ground Systems Engineer","description":"Mission Context\nLV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The Ground Systems Engineer serves as a key technical contributor responsible for the development, integration, testing, sustainment, and modernization of mission-critical ground systems supporting space operations.\n\nPosition Overview\nLV8D Solutions is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer to provide engineering expertise across the system lifecycle and serves as a trusted advisor for ground software, system architectures, integration activities, and operational processes. The successful candidate will support complex ground system initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams, and help ensure the long-term sustainability of critical mission capabilities. This role requires a strong understanding of ground-based space operations, systems engineering principles, software integration, and operational mission support. The engineer will also play a significant role in preserving institutional knowledge, and supporting branch-level planning and execution activities.\n\nInterested candidates need to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment; are highly motivated and not afraid to take on uncharted territory; possess strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; and be able to prioritize their time to be effective in a dynamic environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead and support the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical ground systems supporting space operations.\n\nProvide technical expertise for ground software, operational workflows, system architectures, and mission support processes.\n\nPlan and execute system integration activities involving software, networks, databases, and operational systems to ensure interoperability and mission readiness.\n\nSupport system verification, validation, performance assessment, troubleshooting, and anomaly resolution efforts.\n\nEvaluate existing architectures and engineering processes and recommend improvements that enhance reliability, maintainability, security, and operational effectiveness.\n\nCollaborate with government stakeholders, mission operators, software developers, systems engineers, and mission partners to define requirements and implement technical solutions.\n\nDevelop, review, and maintain technical documentation, interface specifications, operational procedures, system configurations, and engineering artifacts.\n\nCapture, document, and transfer critical program knowledge, engineering best practices, lessons learned, and operational insights to support long-term program sustainability.\n\nAssist leadership in prioritizing engineering efforts and aligning technical activities with mission objectives and program goals.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.\n\n9+ years of experience supporting ground systems engineering, software integration, systems development, testing, or mission operations within the defense, intelligence, aerospace, or space domains.\n\nDemonstrated experience supporting complex system integration and test activities within operational environments.\n\nStrong understanding of systems engineering principles, software development lifecycles, configuration management, and verification and validation processes.\n\nExperience supporting operational ground systems, mission planning systems, command and control systems, or space mission operations.\n\nAbility to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective engineering solutions.\n\nExperience developing and maintaining technical documentation and engineering artifacts.\n\nStrong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.\n\nActive TS/SCI clearance with CI or FS polygraph; eligibility for required program access.\n\nTravel up to 10%\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nFamiliarity with ground control systems, satellite operations, mission management systems, and command-and-control architectures.\n\nPerformance & Recognition\nPeriod of Performance (PoP) Bonus Opportunities\nPerformance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance.\n\nRetention Incentive Benefit Bounty\nReceive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training.\n\nReferral Bonus\nEarn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral.\n\nCustomer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus Opportunities\nBonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation.\n\nMilestone Rewards\nCelebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20thyears of service.\n\nFinancial & Retirement Benefits\nProfit Sharing\nReceive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401(k), with immediate vesting.\n\n401(k) Company Match\nThe company matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting.\n\nCareer Development\nThe company invests in your professional growth through:\n\nAnnual financial support for professional training and industry certifications.\n\nEnhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution.\n\nWork-Life Balance\nSupport for a healthy work-life balance includes:\n\nFlexible work hours\n\nCompetitive paid time off (PTO)\n\nCompany holidays\n\nHealth & Wellness Benefits\nThe company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.\n\nMedical Coverage\nThree comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees\n\nDental & Vision\n\nComprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents.\n\nComprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.\n\nIncome Protection\n\n100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance\n\n100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance\n\nLife Insurance\n\n100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurancewith Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.\n\nOptional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Lv8d Solutions","rawCompany":"lv8d solutions","city":"Chantilly","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-02T04:04:41.571Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Ground Systems Engineer","description":"Mission Context\nLV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The Ground Systems Engineer serves as a key technical contributor responsible for the development, integration, testing, sustainment, and modernization of mission-critical ground systems supporting space operations.\n\nPosition Overview\nLV8D Solutions is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer to provide engineering expertise across the system lifecycle and serves as a trusted advisor for ground software, system architectures, integration activities, and operational processes. The successful candidate will support complex ground system initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams, and help ensure the long-term sustainability of critical mission capabilities. This role requires a strong understanding of ground-based space operations, systems engineering principles, software integration, and operational mission support. The engineer will also play a significant role in preserving institutional knowledge, and supporting branch-level planning and execution activities.\n\nInterested candidates need to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment; are highly motivated and not afraid to take on uncharted territory; possess strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; and be able to prioritize their time to be effective in a dynamic environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead and support the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical ground systems supporting space operations.\n\nProvide technical expertise for ground software, operational workflows, system architectures, and mission support processes.\n\nPlan and execute system integration activities involving software, networks, databases, and operational systems to ensure interoperability and mission readiness.\n\nSupport system verification, validation, performance assessment, troubleshooting, and anomaly resolution efforts.\n\nEvaluate existing architectures and engineering processes and recommend improvements that enhance reliability, maintainability, security, and operational effectiveness.\n\nCollaborate with government stakeholders, mission operators, software developers, systems engineers, and mission partners to define requirements and implement technical solutions.\n\nDevelop, review, and maintain technical documentation, interface specifications, operational procedures, system configurations, and engineering artifacts.\n\nCapture, document, and transfer critical program knowledge, engineering best practices, lessons learned, and operational insights to support long-term program sustainability.\n\nAssist leadership in prioritizing engineering efforts and aligning technical activities with mission objectives and program goals.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.\n\n9+ years of experience supporting ground systems engineering, software integration, systems development, testing, or mission operations within the defense, intelligence, aerospace, or space domains.\n\nDemonstrated experience supporting complex system integration and test activities within operational environments.\n\nStrong understanding of systems engineering principles, software development lifecycles, configuration management, and verification and validation processes.\n\nExperience supporting operational ground systems, mission planning systems, command and control systems, or space mission operations.\n\nAbility to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective engineering solutions.\n\nExperience developing and maintaining technical documentation and engineering artifacts.\n\nStrong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.\n\nActive TS/SCI clearance with CI or FS polygraph; 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