PNT Systems Engineer, Lead (Air and Space Force Center)

$150,500 - $225,500/Yr

MITRE Corporation - El Segundo, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

El Segundo, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The PNT Systems Engineer at MITRE will play a crucial role in supporting the SSC/CG PNT mission area by leveraging technical expertise and operational understanding to provide data-driven insights and recommendations. This position involves collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance mission success and develop resilient space-based solutions for the U.S. government.

Responsibilities

• Engage with sponsor personnel to understand their PNT mission challenges and enhance MITRE's role in achieving operational objectives.
• Provide expert knowledge in mission areas including Resilient GPS and GPS Enterprise Modernization, analyzing and resolving complex technical issues.
• Collaborate with MITRE and Government stakeholders, making actionable recommendations for mission objectives and overseeing system implementations.
• Conduct system engineering trade studies, analyze systems and requirements, and assess technologies to support engineering recommendations.
• Evaluate industry proposals to ensure compliance with Government requirements and provide strategic insights.
• Foster a positive culture aligned with MITRE's values, promoting diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, or a related STEM field with a minimum of 8 years of related experience, or an M.S. degree with a minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• U.S. Citizenship with active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Technical experience in GPS and alternative PNT technologies and trends.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to build collaboration across organizational units.
• Ability to work effectively within a team to drive technical impact.
• Experience in the United States Space Force (USSF) acquisition process and programs of record.
• Effective communication skills for conveying technical and conceptual ideas.

Nice-to-haves

• M.S. in Engineering, Math, Physics, or a related STEM field with a minimum of 8 years of related experience, or a Ph.D. with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in GPS and alternative PNT technologies and trends.
• Experience working with GPS programs of record, including Control, Space, and User Equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $150,500 - $225,500 annually.
• Exceptional professional development opportunities.
• Culture of innovation that embraces diversity, inclusion, flexibility, collaboration, and career growth.