space systems engineer

Tecolote Research

<div><div><div><p><b>Overview</b></p><p>
Headquarters United States Air Force, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Space Acquisition and Integration.</p><p><b>
Responsibilities</b></p><div>
<div>The Senior Space Systems Engineer supports by applying systems engineering skills to ensure successful Science and Technology (S&amp;T) capabilities are developed, tested, and ultimately transitioned to advance critical operational space system capabilities. The Senior Space Systems Engineer also supports the organization in the role of the technical advisor to the Space Service Acquisition Executive (SAE) for pre-acquisition investment decisions, and acquisition program technical and engineering integration program risk, for space systems and programs. This position also supports systems engineering oversight and support for program development, documentation, and reviews prior to and throughout the acquisition life cycle of space systems to include supporting technology transition to programs of record, and between mission partners throughout the space S&amp;T enterprise. The Senior Space Systems Engineer maintains effective working relationships with the organization&rsquo;s internal and external stakeholders, thrives in a work environment with high expectations, and executes diverse work assignments while maintaining strict attention to detail.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Responsibilities</b></div><ul>
<li>Support technical transition of key Science and Technology initiatives to include preparation and staffing of required agreements between mission partner organizations</li><li>
Provide objective information and analysis supporting decision making on space-relevant S&amp;T investments.</li><li>
Participate in tailored system engineering reviews contributing to acquisition program milestone decision processes.</li><li>
Prepare and deliver executive level briefings, reports, and summary papers; explain complex concepts in relatively simple language; summarize key decisions; and provide recommendations supported by analysis.</li><li>
Support the Planning, Programming, and Budgeting of S&amp;T programs, to include preparation of Congressional Budget Justification documents, briefings and management initiatives with Secretary of the Air Force Financial Management Team, review and analysis of program plans, investment strategies, staffing of contract Justification and Approvals, Obligations and Expenditures, coordination and execution of program reviews with US Space Force S8 staff and other program related reviews.</li><li>
Assist in answering Congressional Reporting Requirements and assist with responding to Congressional Staffer action items regarding oversight of space S&amp;T efforts.</li><li>
Provide coordinating support to other Directorates and Divisions, particularly assistance in supporting Original Classification Authority actions on new technology.</li><li>
Any other tasks closely associated with the performance of duties list above and as coordinated with the contracting officer&rsquo;s representative.</li></ul>
</div><p><b>Skills Required</b></p><div>
<div><b>Skills Required</b></div><ul>
<li>Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.</li><li>
Minimum 20 years of relevant national security space experience.</li><li>
Detailed knowledge and familiarity with current Air Force and Department of Defense (DoD) space programs and missions.</li><li>
Significant experience in space acquisition, system integration and engineering, mission area analysis, or intelligence.</li><li>
Demonstrated understanding of Space enterprise to include DoD requirements, acquisition, and budgeting processes and applicable National Security Space (NSS) guidance and policy.</li><li>
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.</li><li>
Demonstrated initiative and ability to plan, work and deliver, both independently and as part of a diverse team focused on delivering critical space capabilities.</li></ul><br>
<div></div><div><b>Desired Skills</b></div><ul>
<li>Familiarity with Defense Space and National Security Space in the areas of policy, strategy, requirements, capabilities, architectures, programs, acquisition, and operations.</li><li>
Familiarity with civil, commercial and international space capabilities.</li><li>
Experience with AFSPC, SMC, NRO, NASA, NOAA.</li></ul><br>
<div></div><div><b>Education</b></div><ul>
<li>Master&rsquo;s Degree and 20-25 years of relevant work experience in a scientific, engineering, or technical field.</li></ul>
</div><p><b>Education</b></p><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required, preferably in math, engineering, business, or the sciences.</p><div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Full-Time</b></h3></div><div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Security
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Benefits</b></p><p>
We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes:
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Company Paid
<ul><li>Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members</li><li>
Dental Insurance for employees and family members</li><li>
Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members)</li><li>
Group Life Insurance</li><li>
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance</li><li>
Travel Accident Insurance</li><li>
Long-Term Disability</li></ul>
Voluntary
<ul><li>Short-Term Disability</li><li>
Supplemental Life Insurance</li><li>
Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses)</li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Retirement</b></h3>
Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option.<br>
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<li>Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period.
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Tecolote&rsquo;s generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected.
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Location</b></p><div><p>
Arlington Operations</p><p>
2231 Crystal Drive</p><p>
Suite 702</p><p>
Arlington, Virginia 22202-3724</p><p>
(703) 414-3290</p>
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Senior Space Systems Engineer

University of New Mexico

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Research Engineer 3</b></h2>
<div><div><div><div><b>Requisition ID</b></div> <div>req34769</div>
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<div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>Research Engineer 3</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Grade</b></div> <div>15</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Summary</b></div>
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Due to federal export control regulations, this position is limited to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents.</b></p>
<p>The COSMIAC Research Center is a nationally recognized research organization within the University of New Mexico School of Engineering that delivers applied engineering solutions for government and industry partners in areas including space systems, radiation effects, satellite communications, hypersonics, positioning, navigation and timing, and advanced computing. COSMIAC manages a substantial portfolio of externally sponsored research and operates a 30,000-square-foot research facility in Albuquerque with laboratories, high-bay and cleanroom space, satellite ground stations, and a dedicated radiation effects laboratory supporting both terrestrial and orbital testing. The center maintains long-standing partnerships with Sandia National Laboratories, the Air Force Research Laboratory, U.S. Space Command, and leading aerospace and defense companies, and provides an integrated research and technology transition environment that connects academic research with real-world mission needs.</p>
<p>The Research Engineer 3 is a senior, principal-investigator-level position responsible for providing technical leadership and strategic direction for complex, externally funded research programs within COSMIAC. This role emphasizes leading multidisciplinary teams of professional research staff, faculty, and students; establishing technical vision; leading proposal development and grant capture; managing funded programs; and maintaining strong sponsor relationships.
</p><p>As New Mexico&rsquo;s flagship R1 research university, UNM offers a collaborative and well-supported research environment with extensive federal partnerships and the institutional capacity to sustain long-term, high-impact research programs. Located in Albuquerque, the university benefits from close proximity to national laboratories and military installations, along with a growing science and technology workforce. The region offers a lower cost of living, short commute times, abundant outdoor recreation, and a rich cultural environment&mdash;providing an attractive balance of professional opportunity and quality of life.</p>
<p>Under general supervision, plans and conducts advanced engineering research in space systems requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Devises new approaches to problems encountered in areas including, but not limited to: space-based communications and networking, electronics design for harsh environments, spacecraft subsystem development, control systems, radiation effects research, and mechanical systems for space applications. Provides technical leadership and serves as principal investigator on research projects of significant complexity and scope.</p>
<p><b>Note</b>: While applications received by the best consideration date will be given priority, we will continue to accept applications until the positions are filled. If this posting is still visible, the department is actively accepting applications and continues to seek candidates to fill multiple vacancies. Please note that all positions are term, and are based on funding availability. Additional funding is expected but not guaranteed.
</p><p><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul><li>Plans and conducts advanced engineering research requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard engineering and scientific techniques for space systems applications including communications, electronics, controls, radiation hardening, and space systems engineering.</li><li>
Applies an analytical approach to the solution of a wide variety of problems in space systems development, or applies specialized techniques or ingenuity in selecting and evaluating approaches to unforeseen or novel problems in areas such as satellite networking, radiation-tolerant electronics design, spacecraft attitude control, or space-qualified mechanical systems.</li><li>
Demonstrates and applies thorough understanding of advanced engineering methods, research protocols, assessment instruments, and data interpretation for space systems research and development.</li><li>
Independently performs most research assignments with instructions as to the general results expected; receives guidance on unusual or complex problems; exercises substantial technical judgment in adapting methodologies to specific research challenges.</li><li>
Designs, performs, and/or oversees complex engineering experiments, tests, and data collection campaigns to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance for space systems characterization, qualification, and flight acceptance.</li><li>
Coordinates activities of engineering functions across multiple technical disciplines and encourages interchange of information, ideas, and techniques among communication systems, electronics, controls, mechanical, and test engineering domains.</li><li>
Reviews and evaluates results and conclusions of research projects, providing critical technical assessment and recommendations for future work directions.</li><li>
Writes or leads the development of grant proposals for government sponsors including AFRL, SDA, DARPA, NASA, and other agencies; serves as principal investigator on projects of complexities consistent with above criteria, managing technical execution, budget, and schedule.</li><li>
Provides technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers, fostering professional development and technical skill growth.</li><li>
Develops innovative solutions and novel approaches to space systems challenges, including new communication architectures, radiation mitigation strategies, advanced control algorithms, or innovative mechanical designs.</li><li>
Interfaces with government sponsors, industry partners, and academic collaborators, translating mission needs into technical requirements and research approaches.</li><li>
Presents technical findings at conferences, publishes research results in peer-reviewed journals, and contributes to the advancement of space systems technology through patents and technical reports.</li><li>
Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and systems in space communications, electronics, radiation effects, control systems, and mechanical engineering for space applications.</li><li>
Manages technical aspects of research programs including work breakdown, milestone planning, risk management, and subcontractor coordination.</li><li>
Develops and maintains laboratory capabilities, including procurement and configuration of specialized test equipment and systems for space systems research.</li><li>
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
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See the Position Description for additional information.</p></div><br>
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<div><div><b>Conditions of Employment</b></div>
<ul><li>Professional Engineer (PE) may be required, depending upon field of expertise.</li><li>
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.</li></ul>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
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Bachelor's degree in a directly related field; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.</p><p>
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.</p></div></div><br>
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<div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
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Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
Strong technical writing skills with experience producing reports, proposals, or presentations for research sponsors.</li><li>
Experience working with Space systems</li></ul></div>
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<div><div><b>Additional Requirements</b></div> <div>Due to the nature of COSMIAC's research activities, candidates must be eligible to obtain a DoD security clearance</div>
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<div><div><b>Campus</b></div> <div>Main - Albuquerque, NM</div>
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>COSMIAC (282A)</div>
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<div><div><b>Employment Type</b></div> <div>Staff</div>
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<div><div><b>Staff Type</b></div> <div>Term - Full-Time</div>
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<div><div><b>Term End Date</b></div> <div>06/30/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Status</b></div> <div>Exempt</div>
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<div><div><b>Pay</b></div> <div>Monthly: $5,844.80 - $8,366.80</div>
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<div><div><b>Benefits Eligible</b></div> <div>This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.</div>
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<div><div><b>ERB Statement</b></div> <div>As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.</div>
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<div><div><b>Background Check Required</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>For Best Consideration Date</b></div> <div>4/3/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Eligible for Remote Work</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Eligible for Remote Work Statement</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Application Instructions</b></div>
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<p>Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.</p>
Please include resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references.</div><br>
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<div><div><p><b>Positions posted with a Staff Type of </b><b><i>Regular</i></b><b> or </b><b><i>Term</i></b><b> are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the </b><b>Veteran Preference Program webpage </b><b>for additional details.
</b></p><p>The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.</p>
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The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.</p></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Research Engineer 3

<div><p><b>Title:</b></p>
Junior Space Suit Design Engineer<p></p><p><b>
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
</b></p><p>Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely by supporting the science that informs decision makers and protects Earth.</p><p></p><p>
KBR is seeking a <b>SPACE SUIT DESIGN ENGINEER</b> to support our <b>SPACE SUIT OPERATIONS TEAM</b> for KBR&rsquo;s Science and Space division on the xEVAS contract.</p><p></p><p>
The <b>SPACE SUIT DESIGN ENGINEER</b> <b>SPACE SUIT DESIGN ENGINEER</b> will be part of the team that supports the Space Suit Division at KBR on the xEVAS contract. The candidate will work on a collaborative team developing, building and maintaining Space Suits and supporting equipment for low Earth orbit and beyond<b>.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><ul><li>
Design, develop, test, handle implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems using applied engineering principles, including solid and fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.</li><li>
Perform engineering design evaluations.</li><li>
Procure, assemble, and test advanced prototypes to inform design decisions, refinements, and to demonstrate performance.</li><li>
Prepare and present designs at various design reviews using MS Word and PowerPoint.</li><li>
Produce other required design documentation.</li><li>
Assist in the development of requirements for hardware.</li><li>
Ensure designs satisfy requirements and demonstrate performance in a thorough verification and validation program.</li><li>
Support production of hardware, evaluate anomalies and incorporate corrective actions.</li><li>
Perform trade studies for technology development.</li><li>
Analyze data and make recommendations for improvement.</li><li>
Understand nominal and off-nominal operations for a technical system and its interaction(s) with other systems.</li><li>
Manage multiple issues at one time and develop an integrated solution.</li><li>
Work with fabrication and manufacturing departments to ensure final design is properly executed in the creation of mechanical products.</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Education:</b> Must have a <b>bachelor&rsquo;s degree</b> in the field of <b>mechanical or aerospace engineering, </b>or a related field.</li><li><b>
Years of Experience: </b>This position requires 3 to 7 years<b> of experience.</b></li><li>
This position requires you to work <b>onsite in Houston, Texas near the Johnson Space Center (77058).</b></li><li>
The candidate must possess excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, leadership, and team working skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated skill in using computer-aided design (CAD) software in design work.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to collaborate well with peers and cross-functional teams and external customers.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:</b></p><ul><li>
Hands-on familiarity with production grade manufacturing equipment.</li><li>
Experience using established engineering principles in the design and development of life critical components for use in extreme environments.</li><li>
Experience with qualification and acceptance testing.</li><li>
Good communication skills, verbal and written</li><li>
Good interpersonal skills</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
WORK LOCATION</b></p><p></p><p>
This position is located onsite at customer facility.</p><p></p><p><b>
STANDARD KBR REQUIREMENTS:</b></p><p>
All of KBR&rsquo;s employee&rsquo;s must be team players, able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, able to follow safety and quality policies, able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives. In addition, they must also be organized, with good time management skills.</p><p></p><p><b>
KBR Benefits</b>
</p><p>KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&amp;D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
</p><p></p><p>Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits</p><p></p><p>
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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR<br>
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At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team&rsquo;s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver &ndash; Together.</p><p></p><p>
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.</p></div><p></p>

Junior Space Suit Design Engineer

SAIC

<div><p>Job ID: 2610414</p><p><b>
Location: </b>Arlington, VA, US</p><p><b>
Date Posted: </b>2026-03-19</p><p><b>
Category: </b>Engineering and Sciences</p><p><b>
Subcategory: </b>Systems Engineer</p><p><b>
Schedule: </b>Full-Time</p><p><b>
Shift: </b>Day Job</p><p><b>
Travel: </b>Yes - 10% of the time</p><p><b>
Minimum Clearance Required: </b>TS.SCI</p><p><b>
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: </b>TS/SCI with Poly</p><p><b>
Potential for Remote Work: </b>ORA_ON_SITE</p><p><b><br>
Description</b>
</p><p>﻿<b>Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer &ndash; SATCOM/PNT</b></p><p>
SAIC is seeking a <b>SATCOM/PNT</b> <b>Matter Expert (SME)</b> to support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) of space programs in the Space Systems Engineering Directorate (SAF/SQA) of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, Space Acquisition and Integration at the Pentagon.</p><p>
SQA enables enterprise-level space capability integration through program element monitoring and oversight for system-of-systems engineering functions. Parallel functions include cross-cutting mission engineering support across the DoW Space Enterprise with inclusion of commercial and international partner capabilities to deliberately evolve an integrated future force. This position will support the FMS Branch within the Global Space Enterprise Integration Division of SAF/SQA. SQAP seeks to strategically integrate commercial and international partner space capabilities, inform policy development, and strengthen the U.S. space industrial base through collaborative partnerships and the establishment of Space Foreign Military Sales Branch. The FMS Systems Engineer shall provide technical expertise and support to the SAF/SQA FMS Branch to integrate the USSF SATCOM/PNT Mission Area programs of record into the FMS enterprise and enable export. This subject matter expert will develop and maintain the pre-LOR FMS acquisition baseline and support the foreign disclosure process across the FMS enterprise and to ensure compliance to DAFPD 16-1.</p><p>
The successful applicant shall serve as a liaison between system program offices (SPOs) at Space Systems Command (SSC), Headquarters Space Force, the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs, SAF/IA, Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate (AFSAC), Air Force Security Assistance Training Squadron (AFSAT), and the OSW staff to maintain awareness of and assist with proper execution FMS of space programs. This subject matter expert shall have substantial experience with the acquisition cycle and documents required for program execution and DoD milestone decisions. [Expertise in both the SATCOM and PNT Mission Areas as well as security cooperation procedures and policies for FMS as outlined in the Security Assistance Management Manual are essential to performing assigned duties. Qualified applicants must have a current/active Top Secret SCI with a current background investigation within five (5) years. Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</p><ul><li><p>
Provide expert advice to senior Space Force leadership regarding program details, acquisition strategies, contracting, and program budgeting for FMS.</p></li><li><p>
Understand systems that support the US government with space missions and tasks that need to be acquired and or sustained for security cooperation.</p></li><li><p>
Support the review, vetting, and approval of FMS documents such as Letters of Request (LORs), Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) and Acquisition Strategy Documents (ASDs).</p></li><li><p>
Develop and coordinate staff packages for SAF/SQ signature to assign FMS cases to Portfolio Acquisition Executives.</p></li><li><p>
Support the development and coordination of LORs for Pricing and Availability (P&amp;As) to respond to foreign requests and coordinate answers to related questions.</p></li><li><p>
Properly assist the customer with Pentagon staff skills, knowledge, and proficiency.</p></li><li><p>
Accurately recommend priority tasks, implement process improvements, assume lead on government tasks directly assigned.</p></li><li><p>
Understand FMS timelines and respond to all requests/tasks in a timely manner.</p></li></ul><br>
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<p></p><p><b>Qualifications</b>
</p><p>﻿TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.</p><p></p><p><br>
Requirements:</p><ul><li><p>
TS Clearance with SCI and Poly eligibility</p></li><li><p>
10+ years Space Experience</p></li><li><p>
3+ years Mission Area Experience</p></li><li><p>
Experience in security cooperation within the DoW or other related experience in planning, programming, budgeting or acquisition of systems for allies or international partners.</p></li><li><p>
Experience with MS Office including Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint</p></li><li><p>
Exceptional oral and written communications for decision makers; Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional team</p></li></ul><p>
 Work location is in Pentagon with some limited Telework scheduling</p></div><p></p>

Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer – SATCOM/PNT

<div><p>Job ID: 2610412</p><p><b>
Location: </b>Arlington, VA, US</p><p><b>
Date Posted: </b>2026-03-19</p><p><b>
Category: </b>Engineering and Sciences</p><p><b>
Subcategory: </b>Systems Engineer</p><p><b>
Schedule: </b>Full-Time</p><p><b>
Shift: </b>Day Job</p><p><b>
Travel: </b>Yes - 10% of the time</p><p><b>
Minimum Clearance Required: </b>TS.SCI</p><p><b>
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: </b>TS/SCI with Poly</p><p><b>
Potential for Remote Work: </b>ORA_ON_SITE</p><p><b><br>
Description</b>
</p><p><b>Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer &ndash; Space Domain Awareness</b></p><p>
SAIC is seeking a <b>Space Domain Awareness Subject Matter Expert (SME)</b> to support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) of space programs in the Space Systems Engineering Directorate (SAF/SQA) of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, Space Acquisition and Integration at the Pentagon.</p><p>
SQA enables enterprise-level space capability integration through program element monitoring and oversight for system-of-systems engineering functions. Parallel functions include cross-cutting mission engineering support across the DoW Space Enterprise with inclusion of commercial and international partner capabilities to deliberately evolve an integrated future force. This position will support the FMS Branch within the Global Space Enterprise Integration Division of SAF/SQA. SQAP seeks to strategically integrate commercial and international partner space capabilities, inform policy development, and strengthen the U.S. space industrial base through collaborative partnerships and the establishment of Space Foreign Military Sales Branch. The FMS Systems Engineer shall provide technical expertise and support to the SAF/SQA FMS Branch to integrate the USSF Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Mission Area programs of record into the space FMS enterprise and enable export. This subject matter expert will develop and maintain the pre-LOR FMS acquisition baseline and support the foreign disclosure process across the FMS enterprise to ensure compliance to DAFPD 16-1.</p><p>
The successful applicant shall serve as a liaison between system program offices (SPOs) at Space Systems Command (SSC), Headquarters Space Force, the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs, SAF/IA, Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate (AFSAC), Air Force Security Assistance Training Squadron (AFSAT), and the OSW staff to maintain awareness of and assist with proper execution FMS of space programs. This subject matter expert shall have substantial experience with the acquisition cycle and documents required for program execution and DoD milestone decisions. Expertise in both the SDA Mission Area and security cooperation procedures and policies for FMS as outlined in the Security Assistance Management Manual are essential to performing assigned duties. Qualified applicants must have a current/active Top Secret SCI with a current background investigation within five (5) years. Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</p><ul><li><p>
Provide expert advice to senior Space Force leadership regarding program details, acquisition strategies, contracting, and program budgeting for FMS.</p></li><li><p>
Understand systems that support the US government with space missions and tasks that need to be acquired and or sustained for security cooperation.</p></li><li><p>
Support the review, vetting, and approval of FMS documents such as Letters of Request (LORs), Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) and Acquisition Strategy Documents (ASDs).</p></li><li><p>
Develop and coordinate staff packages for SAF/SQ signature to assign FMS cases to Portfolio Acquisition Executives.</p></li><li><p>
Support the development and coordination of LORs for Pricing and Availability (P&amp;As) to respond to foreign requests and coordinate answers to related questions.</p></li><li><p>
Properly assist the customer with Pentagon staff skills, knowledge, and proficiency.</p></li><li><p>
Accurately recommend priority tasks, implement process improvements, assume lead on government tasks directly assigned.</p></li><li><p>
Understand FMS timelines and respond to all requests/tasks in a timely manner.</p></li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p></p><p><b>Qualifications</b>
</p><p>﻿TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience</p><p></p><p><br>
Requirements:</p><ul><li><p>
TS Clearance with SCI and Poly eligibility</p></li><li><p>
10+ years Space Experience</p></li><li><p>
3+ years Mission Area Experience</p></li><li><p>
Experience in security cooperation within the DoW or other related experience in planning, programming, budgeting or acquisition of systems for allies or international partners.</p></li><li><p>
Experience with MS Office including Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint</p></li><li><p>
Exceptional oral and written communications for decision makers; Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional team</p></li><li><p>
Work location is in Pentagon with some limited Telework scheduling.</p></li></ul></div><p></p>

Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer – Space Control

<div><p>Job ID: 2610415</p><p><b>
Location: </b>Arlington, VA, US</p><p><b>
Date Posted: </b>2026-03-19</p><p><b>
Category: </b>Engineering and Sciences</p><p><b>
Subcategory: </b>Systems Engineer</p><p><b>
Schedule: </b>Full-Time</p><p><b>
Shift: </b>Day Job</p><p><b>
Travel: </b>Yes - 10% of the time</p><p><b>
Minimum Clearance Required: </b>TS.SCI</p><p><b>
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: </b>TS/SCI with Poly</p><p><b>
Potential for Remote Work: </b>ORA_ON_SITE</p><p><b><br>
Description</b>
</p><p>﻿: <b>Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer &ndash; Space Domain Awareness</b></p><p>
SAIC is seeking a <b>Space Domain Awareness Subject Matter Expert (SME)</b> to support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) of space programs in the Space Systems Engineering Directorate (SAF/SQA) of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, Space Acquisition and Integration at the Pentagon.</p><p>
SQA enables enterprise-level space capability integration through program element monitoring and oversight for system-of-systems engineering functions. Parallel functions include cross-cutting mission engineering support across the DoW Space Enterprise with inclusion of commercial and international partner capabilities to deliberately evolve an integrated future force. This position will support the FMS Branch within the Global Space Enterprise Integration Division of SAF/SQA. SQAP seeks to strategically integrate commercial and international partner space capabilities, inform policy development, and strengthen the U.S. space industrial base through collaborative partnerships and the establishment of Space Foreign Military Sales Branch. The FMS Systems Engineer shall provide technical expertise and support to the SAF/SQA FMS Branch to integrate the USSF Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Mission Area programs of record into the space FMS enterprise and enable export. This subject matter expert will develop and maintain the pre-LOR FMS acquisition baseline and support the foreign disclosure process across the FMS enterprise to ensure compliance to DAFPD 16-1.</p><p>
The successful applicant shall serve as a liaison between system program offices (SPOs) at Space Systems Command (SSC), Headquarters Space Force, the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs, SAF/IA, Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate (AFSAC), Air Force Security Assistance Training Squadron (AFSAT), and the OSW staff to maintain awareness of and assist with proper execution FMS of space programs. This subject matter expert shall have substantial experience with the acquisition cycle and documents required for program execution and DoD milestone decisions. Expertise in both the SDA Mission Area and security cooperation procedures and policies for FMS as outlined in the Security Assistance Management Manual are essential to performing assigned duties. Qualified applicants must have a current/active Top Secret SCI with a current background investigation within five (5) years. Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</p><ul><li><p>
Provide expert advice to senior Space Force leadership regarding program details, acquisition strategies, contracting, and program budgeting for FMS.</p></li><li><p>
Understand systems that support the US government with space missions and tasks that need to be acquired and or sustained for security cooperation.</p></li><li><p>
Support the review, vetting, and approval of FMS documents such as Letters of Request (LORs), Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) and Acquisition Strategy Documents (ASDs).</p></li><li><p>
Develop and coordinate staff packages for SAF/SQ signature to assign FMS cases to Portfolio Acquisition Executives.</p></li><li><p>
Support the development and coordination of LORs for Pricing and Availability (P&amp;As) to respond to foreign requests and coordinate answers to related questions.</p></li><li><p>
Properly assist the customer with Pentagon staff skills, knowledge, and proficiency.</p></li><li><p>
Accurately recommend priority tasks, implement process improvements, assume lead on government tasks directly assigned.</p></li><li><p>
Understand FMS timelines and respond to all requests/tasks in a timely manner.</p></li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p></p><p><b>Qualifications</b>
</p><p>﻿TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.</p><p></p><p><br>
Requirements:</p><ul><li><p>
TS Clearance with SCI and Poly eligibility</p></li><li><p>
10+ years Space Experience</p></li><li><p>
3+ years Mission Area Experience</p></li><li><p>
Experience in security cooperation within the DoW or other related experience in planning, programming, budgeting or acquisition of systems for allies or international partners.</p></li><li><p>
Experience with MS Office including Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint</p></li><li><p>
Exceptional oral and written communications for decision makers; Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional team</p></li><li><p>
Work location is in Pentagon with some limited Telework scheduling.</p></li></ul></div><p></p>

Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer – Space Domain Awareness

<div><p>Job ID: 2610362</p><p><b>
Location: </b>Arlington, VA, US</p><p><b>
Date Posted: </b>2026-03-19</p><p><b>
Category: </b>Engineering and Sciences</p><p><b>
Subcategory: </b>Systems Engineer</p><p><b>
Schedule: </b>Full-Time</p><p><b>
Shift: </b>Day Job</p><p><b>
Travel: </b>Yes - 10% of the time</p><p><b>
Minimum Clearance Required: </b>TS.SCI</p><p><b>
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: </b>TS/SCI with Poly</p><p><b>
Potential for Remote Work: </b>ORA_ON_SITE</p><p><b><br>
Description</b>
</p><p><b>Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer &ndash; Missile Warning/Missile Track</b></p><p>
SAIC is seeking a <b>Missile Warning/Missile Track Subject Matter Expert (SME)</b> to support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) of space programs in the Space Systems Engineering Directorate (SAF/SQA) of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, Space Acquisition and Integration at the Pentagon.</p><p>
SQA enables enterprise-level space capability integration through program element monitoring and oversight for system-of-systems engineering functions. Parallel functions include cross-cutting mission engineering support across the DoW Space Enterprise with inclusion of commercial and international partner capabilities to deliberately evolve an integrated future force. This position will support the FMS Branch within the Global Space Enterprise Integration Division of SAF/SQA. SQAP seeks to strategically integrate commercial and international partner space capabilities, inform policy development, and strengthen the U.S. space industrial base through collaborative partnerships and the establishment of Space Foreign Military Sales Branch. The FMS Systems Engineer shall provide technical expertise and support to the USSF Missile Warning/Track Mission Area programs of record into the FMS enterprise and enable export. This subject matter expert will develop and maintain the pre-LOR FMS acquisition baseline and support the foreign disclosure process across the FMS enterprise to ensure compliance to DAFPD 16-1.</p><p>
The successful applicant shall serve as a liaison between system program offices (SPOs) at Space Systems Command (SSC), Headquarters Space Force, the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs, SAF/IA, Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate (AFSAC), Air Force Security Assistance Training Squadron (AFSAT), and the OSW staff to maintain awareness of and assist with proper execution FMS of space programs. This subject matter expert shall have substantial experience with the acquisition cycle and documents required for program execution and DoD milestone decisions. Expertise in both the Missile Warning/Missile Track Mission Area as well as security cooperation procedures and policies for FMS as outlined in the Security Assistance Management Manual are essential to performing assigned duties. Qualified applicants must have a current/active Top Secret SCI with a current background investigation within five (5) years. Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</p><ul><li><p>
Provide expert advice to senior Space Force leadership regarding program details, acquisition strategies, contracting, and program budgeting for FMS.</p></li><li><p>
Understand systems that support the US government with space missions and tasks that need to be acquired and or sustained for security cooperation.</p></li><li><p>
Support the review, vetting, and approval of FMS documents such as Letters of Request (LORs), Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) and Acquisition Strategy Documents (ASDs).</p></li><li><p>
Develop and coordinate staff packages for SAF/SQ signature to assign FMS cases to Portfolio Acquisition Executives.</p></li><li><p>
Support the development and coordination of LORs for Pricing and Availability (P&amp;As) to respond to foreign requests and coordinate answers to related questions.</p></li><li><p>
Properly assist the customer with Pentagon staff skills, knowledge, and proficiency.</p></li><li><p>
Accurately recommend priority tasks, implement process improvements, assume lead on government tasks directly assigned.</p></li><li><p>
Understand FMS timelines and respond to all requests/tasks in a timely manner.</p></li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p></p><p><b>Qualifications</b>
</p><p>﻿TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience</p><p>
Requirements:</p><ul><li><p>
TS Clearance with SCI and Poly eligibility</p></li><li><p>
10+ years Space Experience</p></li><li><p>
3+ years Mission Area Experience</p></li><li><p>
Experience in security cooperation within the DoW or other related experience in planning, programming, budgeting or acquisition of systems for allies or international partners.</p></li><li><p>
Experience with MS Office including Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint</p></li><li><p>
Exceptional oral and written communications for decision makers; Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional team</p></li><li><p>
Work location is in Pentagon with some limited Telework scheduling.</p></li></ul></div><p></p>

Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer – Missile Warning/Missile Track

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