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The successful candidate will support complex ground system initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams, and help ensure the long-term sustainability of critical ...

The successful candidate will support complex ground system initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams, and help ensure the long-term sustainability of critical ...

This position provides engineering expertise across the system lifecycle and serves as a trusted advisor for ground software, system architectures, integration activities, and operational processes.

Support Chief Engineer and ground system organization leadership in executing systems engineering activities to integrate mission systems across site * Analyze and document site system architecture ...

Ground Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Systems Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel ... Support readiness reviews and major program reviews to evaluate ground system readiness * Resolve ...

Ground Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site +1

$160K - $200K/yr

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer to support the LANDMARK AOS ... Analyze system requirements, shape technical solutions, and deliver clear architectural ...

Ground Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$150 - $200/hr

The Ground Engineer is focused on acquiring and integrating ground solutions to ensure mission ... Support readiness reviews and major program reviews to evaluate ground system readiness * Resolve ...

Ground Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Systems Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel ... Support readiness reviews and major program reviews to evaluate ground system readiness * Resolve ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for ground system engineer in the United States is $110,228.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,500.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Ground System Test Engineer

El Segundo, CA โ€ข On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

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Job description

Do you have a Space Systems Engineering background? Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your technical skills to our nationโ€™s Space Systems? If this sounds like you, come join Space Force Analytics (SFA) and a team of scientists, engineers, and space system acquisition experts that are developing the next generation of remote sensing satellite and ground systems.

You will work with SFA colleagues, other support contractors, and U.S. Space Force personnel to acquire and develop Missile Warning/Defense, Weather, and Nuclear Detection Systems. Your expertise and innovative thinking will be critical to the success of the programs that you support. Hybrid work from home and Los Angeles Air Force Base, with occasional travel to various contractor sites and U.S. Government installations.

In this role, you will develop and deploy the next generation of resilient Missile Warning and Missile Defense Ground Systems.

You Have
  • 6+ years of experience working/planning on test and evaluation, and system integration on Major Defense Acquisition Programs, including complex ground software, and hardware systems
  • 6+ years of experience working in a collaborative team environment, developing test strategies, plans, reports, and briefings, and participating in test execution, verification, or analysis
  • Experience supporting overall engineering integration of systems engineering and integration efforts for the DoD, government agencies, or commercial programs
  • Knowledge of systems engineering standards, including IEEE 15288.1 and IEEE 15288.2
  • Ability to define, develop, maintain, and execute large-scale system test plans and overarching test and evaluation strategy documents, including Test and Evaluation Strategy (TES), Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), System Integration Test Plans (SITP), Enterprise Verification Plans (EVP), Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRM), and Requirements Verification Files (RVFs)
  • Ability to communicate and establish collaborative relationships with government clients, Federally Funded Research and Developmental Centers (FFRDC), and associate contractor teammates to achieve program goals
  • Bachelor's degree in an Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Technology field
Nice if You Have
  • Experience performing systems engineering, integration, and testing on ground-based remote sensing systems
  • Experience with portfolio and program verification, interoperability, validation and certification, and operational acceptance
  • Experience planning, executing, and reporting testing on behalf of the Lead Developmental Test Organization or the Operational Test Agency.
  • Experience planning and executing program reviews throughout the lifecycle of the system
  • Experience using Model-Based Systems Engineering tools to manage system definitions and technical baselines
  • Knowledge of DoD 5000.01, 5000.02, 5000.89, 5000.98 or 5000.100
  • Masterโ€™s degree in an Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Technology field
  • CTEP or INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional Certifications such as ASEP, CSEP, or ESEP Certification

SFA offers a variety of ways for you to develop your career including tuition reimbursement, professional development, mentoring, employee engagement groups, and networking opportunities.

Salary and Benefits
  • $150K to $250K, depending on qualifications and experience
  • 401(k) with 10% company matching
  • Medical premiums 100% covered
  • Life Insurance
  • PTO includes holidays, sick days, and vacation
  • Flexible hybrid work from home and Los Angeles Air Force Base
  • Paid parental leave
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Signing bonus
  • Annual bonus and pay raise
  • Additional benefits for U.S. military veterans
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