USG1 provides top talent and technology solutions to government agencies where we aim to make a meaningful difference and add value to the mission. We look for candidates who want to make a difference to their team and its objectives, and in return, we will support you and help you in your goals and career journey.

The Satellite Systems Engineer will support spacecraft design and must have the the following capabilities:
- Ability to Develop Requirements and Concept of Operations,
- Be able to perform functional decomposition and model representations of systems
- Ability to write Specifications / ICDs / Spec Trees / Drawing Trees
- Ability to work with subsystem lead and vendors / subcontractors
- Perform trade studies and conduct various types of analysis (need to be able to interpret results)
- Ability to operate within Change Control Boards (understand that they are a member of a team and need to coordinate change)
- Ability to write Test Plans and Procedures
- Ability to work with a production team to support assembly integrate and test.
- Ability to work with an operations team to develop procedures and evaluate flight data. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-Must meet or exceed the expectations listed in the Job Description
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in an Engineering or related field
- Minimum 3 years related experience, more for higher compensation options
- Thorough understanding of the Systems Engineering process
- Aptitude for understanding system and subsystem interactions
- Experience defining requirements and interfaces
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Background or experience with Thermal Management in a space environment
- ECLSS background, does not need to be space environment
- Understanding of air flow and convection as well as conduction
- Worked complex interfaces
- Strong data interface skills. Understand Ethernet, RS-422, 1553 formats
- Understand data flows (end to end)

• W2 only
• This position is part of a federal contract that requires all contractors to be US citizens.  
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.