General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Ground System Architecture working on satellite systems to support our team located in Englewood, CO.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProgram leadership team member responsible for technical leadership of the engineering team in the space system, ground systems, satellite development, and integration and test.Vision for common ground approach across missions.Ownership of Ground Roadmap, determines annual and multi-year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or project(s)/program(s)Strategic and Tactical prioritization across program coordinating Ground Technical capabilitiesIdentify capabilities that can be common,coordinate which program needs these common capabilitiesPlatform Architecture DesignNetwork Architecture DesignSoftware Architecture DesignProvides accountability for technical risk, conduct of technical reviews, system modeling and simulation, system performance, system architecture and trade studies.Leads the integration of the ground system solution within the overall engineering environment; and ensures that appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates are completed.Perform mission and system design on missions from bid generation through launch and operations.Represents the ground systems on projects(s)/program(s) as a prime subject matter expert.Act as expert consultant and advisor for ground system design engineering.Advises or directs the activities of assigned project(s)/program(s) to achieve technical objectives.Directs and allocates technical resources and professional staff to achieve objectives.Develops new and/or expands existing business opportunities.Ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.Participates in the planning, selection, retention, and development of the professional staff. Publishes and present technical papers and abstracts and participate in internal and external technical program reviews.Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.Performs other duties as assigned.Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
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