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CL - Space Force - Senior Tracking Systems Engineer
Job Description
Scottsdale, AZ (Onsite / Hybrid / Remote Available)
Program Overview
This position supports a major U.S. Department of Defense space architecture program focused on next-generation ground operational systems. The work continues ongoing Ground Segment development efforts across multiple tranches of a proliferated satellite architecture.
Program efforts operate at three levels:
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Enterprise Level –Integration across Ground, Space, and User segments
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Ground Segment Level –Development and integration of ground entry points, operational nodes, and associated ground networks
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Ground Management & Integration Level –Focused on Tranche 2 ground systems, operational tracking, and integration capabilities
This role directly contributes to mission-critical ground system architecture supporting advanced satellite tracking and operational mission execution.
Role & Responsibilities
As a Senior Tracking Systems Engineer, you will be part of a cross-functional engineering team responsible for developing and deploying advanced ground operational systems.
Primary focus areas include:
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Decomposing high-level requirements into system architecture and interface definitions
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Translating space-ground concepts into executable ground software/system designs
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Supporting mission scheduling (pre-planned and ad-hoc)
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Developing satellite situational awareness capabilities
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Supporting tracking systems, including IR payload data transport, handling, and analysis
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Contributing technical leadership across the full systems development lifecycle
This role requires strong architectural thinking, mission-level systems engineering expertise, and the ability to influence technical direction across teams.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or related STEM field
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10+ years of relevant experience
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Master’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience
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Agile development experience preferred
Preferred Experience
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Tracking mission design experience
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Satellite communications knowledge
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Experience with ground scheduling systems
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Experience decomposing complex space-ground architectures
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Strong communication and technical leadership skills
Clearance Requirements
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Active TS/SCI preferred
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Must be eligible to obtain TS/SCI
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U.S. Citizenship required
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Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Work Options
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Scottsdale, AZ
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Huntsville, AL
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Onsite, hybrid, or remote flexibility
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9/80 schedule (every other Friday off) available
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT:
This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.
NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT:
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third-party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.
Meet Your Recruiter
Joe Fisher
Technical Recruiter
I am a seasoned Technical Recruiter and retired U.S. Army Human Resources Specialist with two decades of experience building high-performing teams within government and defense; holding active Secret Clearance. Recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for directing the full recruiting cycle while providing the optimal candidate and stakeholder experience, as well as for building robust candidate pipelines and relationship networks to proactively meet hiring and staffing needs.
Currently, I am a Technical Recruiter with Contract Professionals Inc. I conduct full cycle recruiting, sourcing specialized engineering and IT positions for civilians and veterans, while piloting the successful placement of qualified candidates into approved government projects and programs. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, business partners, and hiring teams to ensure the company’s recruitment support structure is driving the business forward with minimal expenditures.
Colleagues describe me as a loyal, progressive, driven, down-to-earth, strategic and innovative recruiting expert who can be relied on to offer superior human resources solutions for complex corporate challenges.