Odyssey Systems is actively recruiting for a Legacy Space Systems Engineer to join the team. The technical expert filling this position will be a trusted advisor and consultant to the government that supports government-led on-going and future sustainment, modification, and capability upgrade efforts across the NCMC- ITW/AA and Legacy Space C2 systems.  A key focus for this position is the planning, analysis, design, development, testing, quality assurance, configuration, installation, implementation, and integration of networks supporting these systems.  This position will also support broader systems engineering activities associated with these systems.

About the Program: The NCMC-ITW/AA Branch sustains unique ITW/AA Cheyenne Mountain systems, networks, and associated components through an enterprise-wide set of integrated mission capabilities, support services, and data products that provide military authorities with an accurate, timely, unambiguous and continuous warning and attack assessment of air, missile and space threats.  The Legacy Space C2 Branch sustains unique space command & control systems, networks, and associated components through an enterprise-wide set of integrated mission capabilities, support services, and data products that provide space situational awareness, object tracking, and deconfliction.

This is a full-time position at Peterson SFB in Colorado Springs, CO, with hybrid flexibility for anyone local – subject to change per the government’s discretion.

Duties include, but not limited to: 

Minimum Requirements: 

Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen

Clearance: Must have an active DoD Secret clearance, eligible for TS/SCI and be able to maintain it.

Education:  Bachelor's in a related field 

Years of Experience: 15 years of experience, 8 years of which must be in the DoD OR,

• Master's Degree in a related field with 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 years of which must be in the DoD

Additional Experience: 

• Have the advanced knowledge, experience and demonstrated ability to perform tasks related to the technical/professional discipline as Subject Matter Expert Engineer
• Have a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply systems engineering standards, procedures and practices
• Software engineering experience required
• Ability to work independently and apply the proper procedures and processes related to the area of expertise
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot various situations to develop successful outcomes within established program/project guidelines
• Possesses the advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered an expert in Air Force acquisitions.
• Acquisition program office experience

Preferred Experience:

Clearance: Active TS/SCI

Education: Master's degree in a related field with

Years of Experience: 15 or more years of related experience

• Experience with Laser Clearing House operations.
• Have basic understanding of Laser communications.
• Have a basic understanding of orbital mechanics.
• Have a basic understanding of user interface design.
• Have a basic understanding of optics, of atmospheric attenuation of laser light, and of the principles of laser beam propagation in free space.
• Ability to identify and resolve challenges at a strategic level.
• Have experience with Agile methodology for development and sustainment of software systems.
• Represent the Government’s interests by performing Agile Product Owner roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information:

Location: Peterson SFB, with hybrid flexibility for anyone local – subject to change per the government’s discretion

Travel: may be required (approx. 10-20%)

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Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, is an innovative small business committed to providing world-class technical, management, and training support services to government and public sector clients. We focus on people, processes, and performance to deliver superior results. Since our inception in 1997, our commitment to mission success and customer satisfaction has been recognized with exponential growth and exceptional past performance ratings. We accept challenging assignments and drive projects from the planning stages, through implementation, and into operations and support.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.

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