Ground Segment Management Systems Engineer (PWSA)

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers.  Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.

SSI is seeking a Ground Segment Management Systems Engineer (PWSA) to support our customer in Chantilly, VA.

Responsibilities include:

·       Systems engineer position with a focus on schedule and risk management.

·       Reviews and coordinates ground schedules with prime ground segment contractors, the government, and other contractors as needed.

·       Coordinate inputs, develops, and provides ground segment updates to maintain a government-specific IMS.

·       Identify scheduling conflicts, critical paths, schedule risks, and divergences; present findings to Sr. Leadership.

·       Be cognizant of internal developments to inform scheduling updates.

·       Develop internal briefing material as directed by the government team.

·       Develop external-facing products (briefings, emails, etc.) with high standards and attention to detail.

·       Manage risk process for the PWSA Ground Segment

·       Resolve complex and multi-dimensional problems requiring consideration of variables that impact multiple aspects of the project/program.

·       Coordinate with cross-functional teams (i.e. Government, Military, SETA, FFRDC, UARC, & Industry) and external stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s Degree with relevant experience.
• 5+ years of Project Management experience.
• Experience developing integrated master schedules with Microsoft Project.
• Prior experience supporting space system development or the Department of Defense.
• Hands-on proficiency using presentation development tools, principally PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and visual communication skills.
• Creative thinking skills.
• Ability to work in an extremely fast-paced organization.
• TS Clearance required. Must be able to obtain/maintain SCI.

• Graduate degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) or related discipline.

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