Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers. Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.
SSI is seeking a Command and Control Ground Analyst for a role in El Segundo, CA.
In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain our state-of-the-art ground segment infrastructure. This critical role bridges the gap between spacecraft flight systems and ground control, ensuring seamless command, control, and data dissemination for next-generation satellite missions.
As our ideal candidate you will bring a robust background in ground station architecture combined with practical, hands-on experience in flight operations and satellite vehicle operations. You will champion the integration of autonomous operations, optimize data dissemination architectures, and apply human factors engineering principles to create intuitive, resilient, and highly efficient operator interfaces. You will assist in the integration of autonomous operations, and overseeing multiple ground development activities for optical systems and satellite communications alongside the government customer working with them.
Role and Responsibilities include:
- Assist govt mission manager with the engineering, integration, and validation of satellite ground segment command and control (C2) systems.
- Support the government mission manager with the contractor development of real-time satellite vehicle operations, including launch and early orbit phases (LEOP), routine operations, and anomaly resolution.
- Assist mission manager with liaison between the spacecraft development team and the ground operations crew.
- Oversee the design and implementation of automation frameworks for ground system operations to reduce operator workload and maximize system reliability.
- Provide recommendation of critical design reviews and contractor developed documentation in support of ground infrastructure.
- Assist mission manager in architecting lights-out operational capabilities for multi-satellite constellations.
- Apply HFE principles for the mission manager of the contractor design of ground control center layouts, software user interfaces (UIs), and operator workflows.
- Assist the mission manager with the implementation of end-to-end data pipelines for spacecraft payload and telemetry data. This may include providing feedback and technical support for Government Furnished Equipment and systems and contractor developed ground architecture.
- Develop and reviews technical assessments and presentations for senior leadership reviews.
- Generate mission status reports and presentations for Weekly Staff Meeting, Executive Program Reviews, and mission status briefings for space situational awareness programs.
- Reviews and provides technical evaluations for key mission contractual documentation for sustainment contracts.
SSI is seeking a Space Vehicle and Payload Engineer for a role in El Segundo, CA.
In this role, you will provide critical technical expertise to Government mission managers. In this pivotal role, you will support all phases of planning, development, and execution for national security satellite operations. As a key technical advisor, you will bridge the gap between initial program planning and active mission execution, ensuring the seamless operation and long-term sustainment of critical space assets. In addition, this position will champion the integration of autonomous operations, while assisting with overseeing multiple payload development for optical systems and satellite communications alongside the government customer.
Role and Responsibilities include:
Provide comprehensive payload and space vehicle engineering support to Government mission managers across all lifecycle phases—from initial concept development through active flight operations and logistics.
Develop, maintain, and execute detailed program plans to guide constellation deployment and operational readiness.
Define, identify, monitor, and verify mission-unique requirements to align spacecraft capability with evolving mission objectives.
Provide critical mission integration services to Government Mission Manager for space vehicle and payload operations, logistics and sustainment and launch.
Develop and review technical assessments and presentations for senior leadership reviews.
Generate mission status reports and presentations for Weekly Staff Meeting, Executive Program Reviews, and mission status briefings for space domain awareness programs.
Review and provides technical evaluations to key mission contractual documentation for sustainment contracts.
Support the development and future operations of a sophisticated satellite constellation designed for space-based surveillance and reconnaissance.
Manage the Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) process, including formulating clear change definitions, conducting exhaustive technical evaluations, and assessing operational impacts.
Collaborate with contractors and government stakeholders to review design modifications, ensuring payload compatibility and system integrity.
Perform risk assessments on proposed hardware and software changes, presenting actionable findings to program leadership.
Target salary range: $170,000 - $210,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range and bonus potential for this position based on experience and other factors. We offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.
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Space Systems Integration provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
