Senior Ground Data Systems Engineer

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. Identify, derive, develop, and maintain Ground Data Systems requirements, including traceability and verification and validation approaches .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $156,802 - $219,522 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Ground Data Systems requirements development, verification, and validation, with a strong background in space-to-ground communications systems and architecture. Proficient in managing complex system lifecycles and collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

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Ground Data Systems Requirements DevelopmentSpace-to-Ground Communications SystemsRF Communications and ModulationCommunications Standards and ProtocolsRequirements Definition and Management

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Hard Skills

Ground Data Systems ArchitectureCommunications Link BudgetsTelemetry and CommandingSoftware Design and DevelopmentSystem-Performance Risk ManagementDOORS Next GenerationLaser Ranging SystemsOperational Fault ManagementComplex System Lifecycle ManagementCommunications Security

Soft Skills

Excellent Written and Verbal CommunicationCollaborative TeamworkTrust BuildingInclusive Culture ContributionAdaptability in Dynamic Environments

Tools & Technologies

VNAsSpectrum AnalyzersOscilloscopesConfluenceJIRAGitWindchillAmergint ModemsKratos ModemsDSN Ranging Systems

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringSpacecraft SubsystemsCCSDS StandardsDeep-Space CommunicationsCislunar CommunicationsFHAFMECAFTAU.S. Government Research AgenciesComplex Programs Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, derive, develop, and maintain Ground Data Systems requirements, including traceability and verification and validation approaches
Collaborate with flight vehicle systems, ground software, Integration & Test, external vendors, and ground station providers
Define ground data system and communications architectures for diverse mission and customer requirements
Define and maintain ground data system interface requirements and control documents
Plan, perform, and document requirement verification and validation for Ground Data Systems
Plan and perform Ground Data Systems product updates, integration and testing, and validation exercises
Lead activities resulting in production software releases, operations training events, and flight
Support improvements to Mission Systems, Flight Operations engineering, and related processes and tools
Analyze operability across the Space-Ground System and support justified operability improvements
Report to the In-Space Systems, Ground Data Systems Lead
Work across space and ground boundaries through the full system lifecycle of In-Space Systems vehicles

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or related technical field
10+ years of technical experience developing space-to-ground communications systems and ground systems
10+ years of technical experience in communications spanning the complete OSI stack
Experience with RF communications, ground data systems architecture, software design and development, spacecraft telemetry, commanding, and sequencing
Knowledge of communications theory, frequency and bandwidth selection, modulation, encoding, transport protocols and standards including CCSDS, application protocols and packet definition, and communications security
Strong experience developing communications link budgets and managing system-performance risks
Proficiency with communications standards and protocols including modulation formats, channel coding, and advanced waveforms such as DVB-S2/X, Ka/S/X bands, and spread spectrum
Strong experience with DSN ranging systems, CCSDS regenerative and transparent ranging, PN ranging codes, ground stations/modems, and ranging/Doppler biases
Extensive experience with hardware- and software-based ground modems, including Amergint and Kratos
Experience using VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes
Experience across complex system lifecycles, including requirements, design, implementation, integration, verification, validation, qualification, commissioning, and/or operations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to earn trust, maintain professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive culture
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident/current Green Card holder, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Desired: M.S. in a related technical field
Desired experience with lunar, cislunar, or deep-space communications missions
Desired experience with large complex programs and multiple partners
Desired experience defining and performing multifaceted trade studies
First-principles knowledge of major spacecraft subsystems including avionics, TT&C, and/or RF communications
Experience with laser ranging and telemetry ranging systems
Experience with requirements definition and management, preferably DOORS Next Generation
Operational fault management and familiarity with FHA, FMECA, and FTA
Experience with Confluence and JIRA
Familiarity with version control, preferably Git
Experience with configuration and product data management tools, preferably Windchill
Experience working with and proposing to U.S. Government research agencies such as NASA, AFRL, and DARPA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results (not guaranteed)