Noblis ESI is seeking a Mission Protection Systems Engineer in Las Cruces, NM to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) services focused on protection of space systems. 

Responsibilities Include: 

• Provide technical expertise and advice on space protection and space situational awareness.
• Oversee integration of space protection functions/capabilities of delivered systems; provides analysis of schedules, capabilities delivered best meet operational needs—near, and long-term.
• Provide technical support in the development and execution of space protection exercises and refinement and optimization of system capabilities employment and Concepts of Operations.
• Provide technical support in the development of space protection training materials.
• Analyze and provide recommendations to multiple government customers, providing key information, possible risks and impacts and potential improvements to government managers and other points of contact.

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph. 
• US Citizenship is required. 
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or relevant field with 9 years of experience OR Master's degree in STEM or relevant field with 7 year of related experience. 
• Knowledge of satellite constellations, spacecraft orbit, and ground station characteristics.
• Current knowledge of counter space threats.
• Experience with rendezvous and proximity operations for developing scenarios and mitigations.
• Experience with orbital mechanics and associated tools (i.e. System Toolkit (STK) or SOAP).
• RF knowledge expertise (basic understanding of RF principles), knowledge of GEOINT and SIGINT constellation and tasking process.
• Experience with US Space Force space operations structure.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deliverables.
• Ability to work independently and with a team, operate effectively with contractor, SETA, FFRDC, and Government teammates.
• Quickly crafts briefings and talking points for the government with minimal guidance. Represents government and their interests in various forums.

• Real-time operations experience as a spacecraft operator or vehicle engineer.
• Familiar with MBSE/Digital Engineering, AGILE development, cloud technologies.
• Self-starter, proactively addresses customer requirements with no supervision; expert at defining solutions for broad, abstract topics.
• Master at collaboration and coordination with multiple stakeholders - consensus builder.
• Polished communicator (written/verbal); impeccable interpersonal skills and personal judgment.

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

*Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.