Chief Engineer – SME at Delta Solutions & Strategies

El Segundo, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Aerospace, Defense, SpaceIndustries

Requirements

Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field is preferred; a Bachelor’s degree is acceptable with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience
SME-level experience in the design, development, integration, and testing of space systems
Proven leadership in systems engineering and program management for space and airborne mission systems
Strong understanding of space control missions and architecture development
Experience preparing and coordinating program documentation and conducting technical reviews
Familiarity with ground system design and operations
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and willingness to take a CI polygraph

Responsibilities

Lead systems engineering efforts across space control domains including space, ground, and command & control (C2)
Guide technologies through all Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs), from concept through operational deployment
Develop and manage system architectures and technical requirements
Provide expert oversight of system design, development, integration, testing, and operational transition
Offer technical expertise in space control technologies such as optical sensors, radar, electronic support, signals intelligence, and communications
Support the evolution of space situational awareness architectures and address mission capability gaps
Conduct and organize technical design reviews, audits, and system-level engineering milestones
Coordinate development of acquisition documentation supporting ACAT-like programs
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and mission partners to ensure alignment with strategic objectives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Systems EngineeringSpace SystemsSystem ArchitectureIntegration TestingOptical SensorsRadarElectronic SupportSignals IntelligenceCommunicationsSpace Situational AwarenessTechnical Design ReviewsTRL ManagementAcquisition Documentation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this Chief Engineer position?

The position is based in El Segundo, CA, supporting space control systems engineering under the Golden Dome contract.

What education and experience are required for this role?

A Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field is preferred, or a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience. SME-level experience in the design, development, integration, and testing of space systems is required.

What security clearance is needed for this position?

An active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and willingness to take a CI polygraph is required.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Chief Engineer – SME role?

Candidates with proven leadership in systems engineering and program management for space and airborne mission systems, strong understanding of space control missions, and experience with technical reviews and program documentation will stand out.

Delta Solutions & Strategies

Advisory and assistance services for government defense

About Delta Solutions & Strategies

Delta Solutions & Strategies, LLC provides Advisory and Assistance Services, Technical Training, Information Technology, Operations and Maintenance, Modeling and Simulation, Test and Evaluation, and Space support to Government and Department of Defense customers. The company is ISO 9001:2008 certified and ITAR registered, offering a range of capabilities to meet the needs of its clients.

Colorado Springs, ColoradoHeadquarters

2000Year Founded

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consulting, DefenseIndustries

201-500Employees