Lead Space Ground System Engineer, Resilient MWT Program
Air Force Civilian Service - Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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$103,316.00/yr - $159,716.00/yr The United States Space Force (USSF) at Los Angeles AFB, California is searching for a Lead Space Ground System Engineer for the Resilient MWT Program (NH-0801-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent). Description: Join us in shaping the future of the Space Force's Missile Warning and Tracking Space Systems, safeguarding US interests with the next generation of proliferated infrared detection space systems. We facilitate the swift development of the next-generation Resilient MWT architecture through streamlined systems engineering practices, ensuring seamless program integration across various vendor baselines. Our expertise extends to crafting future epochs with advanced modeling & simulation and investing in technology maturation. If this sparks your interest, join our mission—space begins here! Ideal Candidate: Strong space system engineering background with experience in satellite or ground system development, test, production and environments. B.S. in Engineering; M.S. desired. Self-starter with a track record of creative problem-solving, eager to tackle the fast-paced space proliferation program for both ground system and space vehicle engineering. Comfortable embracing calculated risks, passionate about learning and mentoring, with a strong work ethic. Essential skills include complex problem-solving, effective communication, meticulous attention to detail, leadership abilities, and a knack for collaboration, essential for success as a Ground System Engineering, Integration, & Test lead of the Resilient MWT program office. Key Responsibilities: 1. Knowledge of processes and procedures related to program management and strategic planning activities needed to execute projects and/or studies within established financial and time constraints. 2. Ability to encourage new ideas and innovations; manage human, financial and information resources strategically and build coalitions to achieve common goals. 3. Skill in working with customers to assess needs, provide assistance, resolve problems, and satisfy expectations 4. Ability to persuade others to accept recommendations, work toward an agreement, and negotiate mutually acceptable solutions. 5. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 6. Ability to organize work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements; determine goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinate with other organizations; monitor progress, and evaluate outcomes. 7. Ability to identify problems and use sound judgment and decisions to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations. Requirements: 1. Must be a U.S. Citizen. 2. Employees must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret / SCI security clearance. 3. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise; must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance for the position. 4. Resumes are to be limited to no more than 5 pages. Position will be closed after 5 business days or after 75 applications are received. 5. May be subject to recall during other than normal duty hours and may be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis. 6. May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft within CONUS or to downrange sites in the performance of Temporary Duty Assignments (TDY). 7. PCS/Relocation funding is available. 8. A professional engineering degree at the bachelor’s level from an ABET accredited institution is required. 9. This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). 10. This position has been designated for drug testing. Incumbent is subject to random urinalysis testing as a condition of employment. 11. Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, “Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.” 12. Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year. 13. Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "unscheduled telework".
Organization: The United States Space Force (USSF) is a military service that organizes, trains, and equips military members and civilians to protect U.S. and allied interests in space and provide space capabilities to the joint force. USSF responsibilities include developing Guardians, acquiring military space systems, maturing the military doctrine for space power, and organizing space forces to present to our Combatant Commands (CCMDs). The strategic importance of space can’t be overstated. Political and humanitarian interests as well as commercial concerns vital to the world economy all rely on space-based systems. Launched in 2019 as the nation’s sixth and newest military branch, the USSF was created to protect the interests and assets of America and its allies in this heavily contested realm. The Department of Defense relies on satellites and advanced space-based technology for secure communications, navigation, real-time reconnaissance, precision targeting on the battlefield, early warning of potential missile launches, and even weather forecasting. Guardians and civilians of the USSF are challenged every day to reach new heights in protecting and amplifying these space-based capabilities and defending our way of life by maintaining our edge in space. he Space Force wants to attract talent with the character and potential to excel, empower them with information and choices, and develop them in line with their desires and the Space Force’s needs to create a high-performing organization necessary to secure and defend space. Please review the new Guardian Ideal to learn more about the new talent culture within the new U.S. Space Force, as we have a chance to make history and rewrite some of the rules—we hope you are excited about the opportunities this will present! https://www.spaceforce.mil/News/Article/2782534/cso-unveils-guardian-ideal-space-force-values-at-afa/
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