Senior Staff Engineer

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide. ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains. Learn more about ENSCO. Position Description ENSCO Inc is a diverse engineering and technology company that provides engineering, science and advanced technology solutions that guarantee mission success, safety, and security to governments and private industries worldwide. We are seeking an experienced Senior Staff Engineer to provide advisory & assistance services (A&AS) to support a major defense program, focusing on the acquisition and execution of Space Force systems. The Combat Forces Command (CFC) team acquires services to modernize and sustain the space capabilities. The position is available in Colorado Springs, CO with a hybrid work arrangement. Duties include but are not limited to: - Providing systems engineering and integration technical support for satellite communications network systems including Telemetry, Tracking & Control (TT&C), scheduling, communications, and associated systems. - Lead projects through planning, acquisition, and execution as technical support to the Government. - Provide expert guidance on the design and testing of space systems to ensure seamless integration - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine schedules, and processes. - Perform engineering of system architectures, requirements analysis and decomposition, including system performance test and verification. - Perform engineering analyses to predict and define problems, define/design actionable corrective measures, and operational implementation of satellite communication systems. - Review and assess contractor designs and conduct trade studies on alternative system design approaches. - Participate in and lead technical meetings and government-led studies, assess technical baselines, and ensure system modifications meet requirements. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent and a minimum 10 years of relevant experience. - Technical skills to understand and analyze system problems, define potential solutions, and conduct in-depth technical analysis, assessments and trades and explain results of technical studies in a systems engineering context. - Experience with requirements traceability, architecture development, system-of-systems integration, testing, and technical document development. - Demonstrated understanding of performance and requirements analysis techniques, and acceptance testing strategies/methodologies. - Demonstrated ability to lead projects through the Systems Engineering life cycle and leading a team in identifying customer needs. - Experience working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills - AN ACTIVE DOD SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION FOR WHICH, YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN Qualifications Desired: - Prior experience as an A&AS or SE&I contractor - Past or present experience with SpOC or SSC - Current Top Secret clearance Work Location Type: Hybrid Required Certifications: None U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes Security Clearance Required: Secret Employment Type: Regular Full-time Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment Drug Screen Required: None Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No Salary Range $145,000 — $200,000 USD REAL ID Requirement This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here . Benefits At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more. Export Control and Licensing This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government. Privacy Your data privacy is important to ENSCO. Please click here to view our privacy policy . California residents can click here to view your California privacy rights . EEO Statement ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers– veterans, disability