Company OverviewAvantus Federal, a NewSpring Holdings Company, is a mission-focused services and solutions company headquartered in McLean, VA. Drawing upon its heritage companies' histories of consistent growth and high performance in the federal services market, Avantus ensures eminence is earned, sustained and grown.Avantus' services and solutions are designed, tailored, and executed based on our long history of helping our Homeland Security, Defense, Intelligence, and Federal Civilian customers solve complex challenges. Our capabilities include Project & Portfolio Management, Facilities, Acquisition & Sustainment, Systems Engineering Technical Services, Operations & Analysis, Transformation & Advisory Services, Data & Software Solutions, Digital Innovation, and Augmented Intelligence.Position OverviewAvantus Federal is looking to fill a Mission Systems Engineer to support Tranche 1 execution which include the SDA Transport Layer, SDA's Transport Layer provide assured, resilient, low-latency military data and connectivity worldwide to the full range of warfighter platforms. In addition if funds are approved the MSE will support Tracking & Custody Layer integration activities Duties include:Space/Satellite Systems Engineering focusing on system of systems interoperabilityEnterprise level test plan/report/procedure execution, mission CONOPS development, analysis, requirements verification, and model development. This individual must be adaptable and flexible with knowledge of satellite mission systemsThis engineer will also be requested to assist with Systems Tool Kit (STK) scenario generation. ResponsibilitiesIndividuals will support various engineering, scientific, analysis, policy, planning, and program management of Defense space activities. Specific tasks may include:Policy, Strategy, and Planning developmentTechnical Analysis and ModelingSystems Engineering to include new concept developmentArchitecture developmentStrategic communications and stakeholder managementProviding subject matter expertise to one of the areas of interests listed aboveRequired QualificationsMinimum of 10 years' directly related experience.A Bachelor's Degree required. TS SCI eligibility required.Occasional travel may be required.Preferred QualificationsSystems engineering support such as: Technology Analysis and Assessment, Design Definition, Development of Systems Specification, Systems Analysis, Systems Architecture, Systems/Equipment Integration, Test & Evaluation Criteria, and Logistics support of Department of Defense (DoD) programs requirements. Individual is recognized as an expert in their field of study or technology.Company EEO StatementAvantus Federal is an equal opportunity employer and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) federal contractor. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other category protected by law. Avantus hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.Job SummaryJob ID: 2021-7117Posted Date: Program/Mission SupportJob Location: US-VA-Arlington