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The successful candidate will lead and contribute to all aspects of systems engineering, including concept and design, development, testing and integration, and delivery of critical ground software capabilities.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nOversee the end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle for satellite ground software development, from concept and design to integration and delivery.\n\nDevelop and refine system architectures and ensure alignment with mission objectives and requirements.\n\nCollaborate with stakeholders to define and document system and software requirements, including performance, reliability, and security specifications.\n\nManage the development process, including working closely with software development teams to ensure adherence to system requirements and schedules.\n\nLead and support testing and integration efforts, including system validation, verification, and performance testing.\n\nMonitor and assess the delivery of ground software capabilities, ensuring compliance with contractual and technical requirements.\n\nProvide technical expertise to the government in assessing software progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.\n\nStay up-to-date with emerging technologies, best practices, and methodologies relevant to satellite ground systems and software engineering.\n\nQualifications\n\nBachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).\n\nAt least 8 years of experience in systems engineering, with a focus on satellite ground systems or similar complex software development projects.\n\nExperience with Agile development methodologies and tools like Jira, Confluence, or similar.\n\nExperience in requirements development, system design, and verification and validation (V&V).\n\nFamiliarity with software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks.\n\nKnowledge of industry standards and best practices in satellite ground systems and software engineering.\n\nExcellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.\n\nDetail-oriented with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.\n\nAbility to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including software developers, testers, and government stakeholders.\n\nPreferred Skills\n\nKnowledge of satellite operations, mission planning, or telemetry systems.\n\nFamiliarity with government acquisition processes and standards.\n\nExperience with software simulation, modeling, or digital twin technologies.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Stratos Solutions","rawCompany":"stratos solutions","city":"Chantilly","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-06-20T05:06:53.754Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Ground Systems Engineer","description":"Job Title: Ground Systems Engineer\n\nLocation: Chantilly, VA\n\nMinimum Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI with Poly\n\nPosition Summary\nStratos Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Ground Systems Engineer to support the development and management of complex satellite ground software for a government program. 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