Senior Systems Engineer

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (SATCOM) to support our Peterson SFB, CO location.

The candidate will provide senior-level systems engineering support and services for Terminal and Modem Performance Certification, Wideband System Integration, and mission planning in support of the Wideband C-SSE, WGS, GBS, and DSCS SSEs. The position requires expert knowledge of SATCOM performance standards, certification processes, and the Wideband Satellite Communications Operational Management System (WSOMS).

Duties Include:

• Perform advanced technical SATCOM Terminal and Modem Performance Certification support for the Wideband C-SSE, WGS, GBS, and DSCS SSEs in accordance with established engineering processes and certification procedures.
• Apply engineering-based concepts, tools, and standards including MIL-STD-188-164, MIL-STD-188-165, STANAG 4486, and ETSI EN 302 307 to assess terminal and modem compliance with performance certification requirements.
• Evaluate terminal performance certification reports through all phases of the certification process, ensuring alignment with Wideband SATCOM performance criteria.
• Generate detailed engineering assessments for terminal and modem performance certification reports, determining compliance or non-compliance with applicable standards.
• Provide engineering guidance and recommendations to vendors, Government program managers, and the Wideband C-SSE to modify system designs or configurations and achieve certification compliance.
• Assess emerging SATCOM technologies and recommend updates to certification requirements, performance standards, and evaluation criteria.
• Review WGS and DSCS satellite performance certification test procedures and propose process improvements or modifications as needed.
• Provide engineering support during WGS and DSCS on-orbit testing, operational evaluations, and anomaly resolution events.
• Review satellite performance certification test reports and deliver engineering-based assessments of results and compliance trends.
• Provide engineering support for system modifications and updates to WSOMS, ensuring integration of new certification data and system capabilities.
• Maintain and update offline and online modem and terminal static databases within WSOMS to ensure data integrity and traceability.
• Support Wideband SATCOM mission planning using WSOMS, integrating terminal and modem performance data into mission models and resource plans.
• Interpret terminal and modem performance characteristics and radio-frequency functionality to build, refine, and validate WSOMS planning models.
• Apply knowledge of satellite, modem, and terminal RF performance to conduct detailed analysis and long-term trending of system resources in support of operational planning.

Required Skills/Experience:

• 10+ years of Department of Defense (DoD) SATCOM systems engineering experience
• Expertise in Wideband SATCOM terminal/modem certification, integration, and mission planning
• Deep technical knowledge of MIL-STD and STANAG SATCOM performance standards
• Demonstrated experience with WSOMS or equivalent SATCOM management tools
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and problem-solving skills
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• An active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required upon hire and must be maintained during employment
• Travel: Up to 25 percent

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and specialized experience may be considered.

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of MIL-STD-188-164, MIL-STD-188-165, STANAG 4486, and ETSI EN 302 307
• Familiarity with WGS and DSCS satellite certification processes and on-orbit testing
• Experience supporting the Wideband C-SSE or other USASMDC SATCOM engineering activities
• Working knowledge of USASMDC Terminal and Modem Performance Certification standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project)

Estimated Time To Hire:

• November 2025

Benefits offered can be found here: Benefits PeopleTec. In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is ~$120,000 - $140,000; however, PeopleTec considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and critical skills.

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PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

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PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, applicationhelp@peopletec.com and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

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