Space Communication Systems Engineer

Mission Context LV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The Space Communication Systems Engineer serves as a Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support position to assist in defining the future space communication architecture. Position Overview LV8D Solutions is seeking a Space Communication Systems Engineer. The successful candidate will support and lead space capability studies and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). Qualified candidates must possess demonstrated satellite experience and be able to provide technical and programmatic insight on the wide variety of space communication system capabilities. The successful candidate will work both independently and in a dynamic team-based environment. Key Responsibilities • Work in an interactive team environment with Government customer leads and other subject matter experts. • Participate in external, program office, and developer-sponsored forums (e.g., working groups, IPTs, and boards). • Assess technical performance and modeling and simulation results. Identify risks to program plans and schedules and support development of acquisition plans. • Assist with the execution of design trade studies. Evaluate system and architecture designs, as necessary, to determine if the proposed architecture and supporting system capabilities are adequate to meet the required performance thresholds. • Coordinate across Government teams to research, gather, conceptualize, identify, and capture architecture and system requirements. • Assist in managing requirements development, flow-down, and traceability. • Support acquisition planning activities and document preparation for Government review and approval. Required Qualifications • B.S. or M.S. (preferred) in STEM, Systems Engineering, or Project Management. Bachelor’s and 14 years or more experience; Masters and 12 or more years of experience; PhD and 9 or more years of experience. • 10 or more years of experience with communication systems. • Knowledge of National space systems, communication networks, and ground processing networks. • Understanding of the current and potential capabilities of space communication system providers and their satellite systems, including distributed and proliferated communication systems. • Strong systems engineering, program management, and or configuration management skills. • Strong organization skills and the ability to establish trust-relationships to help guide high functioning multi-faceted teams. • Experience leading high performance technical teams and demonstrated ability to simultaneously perform multiple tasks. • Proven technical expertise and communications skills that demonstrate the ability to interface with all levels. • Demonstrated ability to conduct analysis and evaluations – making recommendations and providing professional advice and assistance to include preparing reports and presentation briefings. • Ability to apply domain knowledge and summarize information/findings for presentation to Government leadership. • Skilled/comfortable working in high-tempo environment, able to be flexible and to adjust to dynamic technical guidance. Security Requirements: • U.S. Citizenship • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance • Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph Work Environment: • On-site work in a government or contractor facility • Occasional travel (up to 10%) About LV8D Solutions LV8D Solutions is an elite Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) company that delivers advanced systems engineering, integration, acquisition, mission operations, network communications, and cybersecurity support to our defense and intelligence customers. Founded in 2019, we apply our deep technical expertise, understanding, and mission-first mindset to design, acquire, and implement complex, high-impact solutions for our Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DoW) customers. We specialize in every aspect of our customers’ space and ground mission systems while offering exceptional work-life balance and an exemplary compensation and total rewards package designed to recruit, train, and retain top talent and committed to national defense and career growth. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement LV8D Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.