Space Systems Engineer

Qualis LLC is seeking a highly qualified Space Systems Engineer for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) Enterprise with demonstrated qualifications and proven experience in Space Systems to include MILSATCOM, Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR), Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, proliferated low Earth orbit (pLEO) constellation support, and end-to-end missile warning, missile tracking, and missile defense as well as Position Navigation and Timing. This position requires operational test experience with a mathematical background in statistics. Experience in development of test measures and evaluation of missile warning, missile tracking, and missile defense preferred. Additionally, experience with experimental design, calculating statistical power and needed sample size, preferably experience with a data science-focused coding language (e.g., R or Python), and the ability to communicate ideas to non-statistics focused personal is preferrable. This position will be filled at Peterson SFB in Colorado Springs, CO.

Essential Duties:

• Performs analysis of Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR), missile warning, missile tracking, and missile defense, space system and subsystems
• Performs analysis of test capabilities
• Identifies test capability requirements
• Identifies test capability shortfalls
• Develops test methodologies and tools
• Recommends approaches to operational test and integrated developmental / operational test activities
• Provides inputs to Space Force Test Delta in support of planning requirements and OT&E activities
• Collects and analyzes data to assist in the evaluation of system readiness / effectiveness / suitability / progress, and make recommendations to the test director
• Reviews, analyzes, and reports to test director status of Systems Program Office, and developmental contractor’s space systems documentation
• Assists in determining the capability of the system to withstand natural and man-made threat environments, and quantify the degree of impairment
• Assists in preparing test documentation for inclusion in test and evaluation reports
• Assists in the preparation of briefings or slides as part of the report coordination process
• Assists in the preparation of lessons learned reports
• Participates in Integrated Test Teams

Minimum Qualifications:

• Background in developmental testing experience and has experience with development, testing and operations of, Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR), missile warning, missile tracking, and missile defense. Preferably has experience with proliferated low Earth orbit (pLEO) constellation support, and Position Navigation and Timing
• Must possess a Bachelor of Science degree in a science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) field
• Background in operational testing highly desired
• Must have an active DoD Top Secret clearance and have SCI eligibility.
• Must maintain level of clearance required for this position.
• Background in space systems, missile warning, and satellite communications
• Position requires practical application of:
• The methods and techniques of engineering or systems architecture
• The construction, application, properties, operations, and limitations of engineering systems, and processes
• Ability to utilize Design of Experiments as it applies to test design
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while being able to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines
• Must have the ability to quickly understand the customers’ overall technical objectives and mission and provide effective solutions
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills along with customer interaction and presentation capabilities.
• Must be able to work effectively alone or within a group
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Travel: 15-20% travel requirement.

Qualis LLC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled and a Participant in E-Verify

Qualis LLC is committed to pay transparency for our applicants. The salary range for this position is $105,000 – $145,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. Qualis LLC provides for the welfare of its employees and dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, PTO, 401K, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.