Systems Engineer Senior 3573

Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World's Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets! We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation's safety.

As a member of the Sustaining Engineering team, you would join other smart, talented, and dedicated engineers that pride themselves in analyzing the most difficult challenges for the launch-test range while developing and delivering solutions to meet the needs of the US Space Force and their customers.

This position is located at (VSFB) Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid telecommuting schedule. Tasks for this position must be performed largely on-site, but later assignments may be performed remotely.

Essential Functions

• Performs moderately complex systems analysis, engineering and research activities on LTRS Range system hardware and software to identify root causes for anomalous performance and develop graphics and narrative reports that effectively communicate analysis results and recommended mitigation strategies to the Customer.
• Performs post-launch systems analysis and engineering functions using analytic software modeling tools such as AGI Systems Tool Kit (STK), MATLAB, and all MS Office programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, and Outlook) to model theoretical vs. actual performance of launch vehicles to support Radar, Command Destruct, Range Safety and Telemetry anomaly analysis and equipment commitment planning.
• Resolves customer concerns with analysis details and products and responds to suggestions for improvements.
• Evaluates technical documentation of peer analysts as part of structured peer review process for all documents.
• Researches, analyzes, and reports on emerging negative anomaly trends to help coordinate with Sustaining Engineering principals for corrective actions needed to ensure continued mission support capabilities.
• Assists in the processing and analysis of Radar, Telemetry and GPS data to evaluate instrumentation system performance to ensure that Western Range metric data systems are providing optimum performance and range safety coverage.
• Maintains a knowledge base on issues and concerns related to SPA that impact LISC's ability to execute its mission.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals
• Ability to professionally respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
• Ability to effectively present information to senior management and groups
• Detail oriented
• Self-motivated to work independently
• Ability to operate under a timeline driven process environment and be able to solve problems
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a technical, computer science, engineering, or other STEM related field
• Two or more years' experience in an engineering, data analysis, or related technical discipline
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Experience using computer systems, software or tools for data analysis and manipulating data in different coordinate systems
• Prior experience working in a coding environment preferred
• Experience with MATLAB, preferred
• Basic understanding of launch operations and systems utilization concepts, preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate understanding of performance and requirements analysis techniques, strategies, and methodologies
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
• Valid U.S. Driver's License

Benefits of Working at RGNext

RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment.

The salary range for this role is $83,200 to $123,568; however, RGNext considers several factors when extending an offer for employment, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training and preferred skills and knowledge.

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.