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BTAS

Senior Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$146K - $225K/yr

Senior Space Systems Engineer LOCATION: El Segundo, CA REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Active TS ... changes. * Assist in building and maintaining a government risk program, including risk ...

BTAS

Senior Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$184K - $275K/yr

Senior Space Systems Engineer LOCATION: El Segundo, CA REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Active TS ... changes. * Assist in building and maintaining a government risk program, including risk ...

BTAS, Inc.

Senior Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$146K - $225K/yr

POSITION: Senior Space Systems Engineer LOCATION: El Segundo, CA REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE ... changes. * Assist in building and maintaining a government risk program, including risk ...

BTAS, Inc.

Senior Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$184K - $275K/yr

POSITION: Senior Space Systems Engineer LOCATION: El Segundo, CA REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE ... changes. * Assist in building and maintaining a government risk program, including risk ...

nantmedia

Cybersecurity Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and supporting ... Validate security fixes and support ongoing risk reduction efforts. * Assist with penetration ...

nantmedia

Cybersecurity Engineer

El Segundo, CA

The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and supporting ... Validate security fixes and support ongoing risk reduction efforts. * Assist with penetration ...

Axos Bank

Construction Risk Analyst

Los Angeles, CA

$25 - $30/hr

... * Assist in the development and execution of monitoring policies and procedures to manage credit ... Bachelor's degree in finance required, Experience in Real Estate, Civil Engineering, Construction ...

The Misch Group

Senior Sales Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

California Description We are the leading provider of policy-driven information risk management ... Develop proof-of-concept applications and tools to assist in closing deals. * Manage sales ...

KBR

SATCOM Requirements System Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$98K - $122K/yr

... assist in developing briefings for USSF program leadership. * Participate in risk, issue, and ... Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, or a related technical ...

BTAS, Inc.

Senior GND Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$148K - $275K/yr

Advise on Cost, Schedule, and Performance: Assist the government in managing acquisition programs ... Support risk management efforts, including risk identification and mitigation strategies. * Monitor ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant risk engineer in Santa Monica, CA is $99,628.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,100.00 and $117,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectAssistant Risk EngineerRisk Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, risk management, or related field; certifications like CRM or ARM are a plusBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; certifications like FRM or PRM are common
Work EnvironmentEngineering firms, insurance companies, or consulting firms; involved in risk assessment and mitigationFinancial institutions, insurance companies, or consulting firms; focused on data analysis and risk evaluation
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries requiring technical risk assessments, such as construction, manufacturing, and insuranceCommon in finance, insurance, and corporate risk management sectors

The Assistant Risk Engineer and Risk Analyst roles share similarities in risk assessment but differ in focus. The Assistant Risk Engineer often works on technical risk evaluations within engineering or industrial contexts, while the Risk Analyst primarily analyzes financial risks and data. Both roles require relevant certifications and are employed in industries emphasizing risk mitigation, but their daily tasks and industry applications vary.

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Senior Space Systems Engineer

BTAS

El Segundo, CA • On-site

$146K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

POSITION: Senior Space Systems Engineer
LOCATION: El Segundo, CA
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Active TS with SCI eligibility
POSITION TYPE/STANDARD WORK HOURS: Full time, 40 hours
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Upon award, BTAS will be filling potential openings for the Space Systems Command (SSC). SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States's space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security. SSC/SZBC specializes in highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to support the Department of Defense’s (DoD) current and future operational needs.
As a leader in space technology, SSC/SZ-BC is responsible for the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical systems spanning the entire acquisition life cycle. These efforts ensure the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners maintain a strategic advantage in space operations. This position will support multiple SSC/SZ-BC programs, as well as other initiatives across the Space Force, Air Force, and allied organizations.
Join us in shaping the future of space operations and contributing to the defense of our nation’s space assets.
WHO WE ARE:
BTAS is a woman-owned small business founded in 1995, located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Beavercreek, OH. We have earned national and regional awards in the Department of Defense for our proven IT, Engineering, and Program Management capabilities.
We are committed to working with exceptional quality and professionalism to deliver excellence to our customers, while providing our employees a stimulating and satisfying work environment as we collaborate with teammates to achieve common goals.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical assistance across all stages of the acquisition lifecycle.
  • Support program acquisition efforts for advanced technology, future concept development, and integration activities.
  • Advise the government on cost, schedule, and performance matters.
  • Revise or draft Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and acquisition documentation for government review and presentation.
  • Ensure documentation aligns with the latest government guidance (e.g., MIL-STD).
  • Provide technical and programmatic status reports on individual programs or portfolios as requested.
  • Identify and recommend acquisition process improvements, risk reduction strategies, and technical, organizational, or programmatic changes.
  • Assist in building and maintaining a government risk program, including risk identification, process definition, and risk mitigation planning.
  • Monitor program schedules, report requirement shortfalls, and provide program risk assessments.
  • Maintain and update acquisition reports by correlating program execution data with program baselines.
  • Advise on technical engagements, including interchange meetings, design reviews, conferences, video teleconferences, and working groups.
  • Maintain awareness of programs and technology development efforts across the portfolio.
  • Assist integrated product teams and working groups while establishing customer and contractor interfaces.
  • Provide technical and operational insight for mission protection, operations, and mission data assessments.
  • Recommend solutions for technical anomalies and evaluate impact analysis, audits, compliance inspections, and readiness reviews.
  • Support Command and Control (C2) efforts and integrate them with classified programs.
  • Liaise between Space C2, Enterprise Ground Services (EGS), and classified program offices to ensure seamless integration.
  • Advise and assist with test and operations, including test planning, events, requirements, and data for Developmental and Operational Testing.
  • Coordinate system-level test integration and activities.
  • Provide analytical and operational engineering support for current and future developmental and operational units.
  • Support operational mission planning, mission protection, and anomaly engineering.
  • Assist with data and signal collection, processing, storage, archiving, analysis, and lessons learned for testing and operations.
  • Support post-mission analysis and report results comparing planned versus executed actions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Highly knowledgeable in classified space control space, ground, and C2 systems (concepts, development, build, and test)
  • Highly knowledgeable in space control-related technologies, including but not limited to, electromagnetic spectrum, signal processing, comms
  • Highly knowledgeable in developing and managing technical requirements and space system acquisition efforts
  • Highly knowledgeable in electronic attack technologies and system design implementation
  • Capable of design and architecture analysis and management of modeling and simulation activities
  • Highly knowledgeable in classified space control systems engineering processes and procedures, including but not limited to requirements development, configuration control, and government Deficiency Review (DR) board establishment, execution, and DR disposition and management
  • Ten or more years’ experience in this type of position or program is required
  • MA/MS degree is required
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not supervise the work of others.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.
TRAVEL:
Little if any travel is required.
OTHER DUTIES: 
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.
COMPENSATION / SALARY RANGE:
BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. The following salary range is what we reasonably expect to pay but is contingent and subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc.
SALARY RANGE: $146,000 - $225,000 Annual Salary
BTAS BENEFITS:
A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees.
AAP / EEO STATEMENT:
BTAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
BTAS is an E-Verify program participant.

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