Satellite System Engineer

The Opportunity:CACI is seeking a Payload Operations Systems Engineer to support a critical National Security Program. The successful candidate will join a high-performing team of government and contractor professionals supporting continuous operations in a fast-paced environment focused on advancing the customer’s space warfighting mission.As a Payload Operations Systems Engineer, the candidate will provide integrated assessment and tracking of ongoing operations to assist the government and partner operations team. This role demands close coordination with internal and external stakeholders, along with routine development of mission-focused analysis and operational communication.Our team is cohesive, collaborative, and mission focused. We are regularly tasked with developing operational solutions for unique and unprecedented mission objectives. Operators will train on, operate, and refine processes for advanced tools while also supporting requirements development for future capabilities.We are looking for an individual who proactively identifies issues, proposes innovative solutions, and helps implement continuous improvements. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic and evolving operational environment, demonstrates exceptional initiative, exhibits excellent communication skills, maintains composure under pressure, and is motivated to grow into leadership or specialized roles within the program.This position supports 24x7 operations and requires on-call work.Responsibilities:Draft and disseminate Operations ReportsReport on any significant events to both internal and external stakeholdersTrack mission activities and operational developments using advanced monitoring toolsSummarize and relay updates to government customers in real timeProvide support to real-world application exercisesDevelop and utilize simulation and image analysis tools to analyze satellite operations and predict system behaviorProvide critical assistance during satellite launch and early orbit operationsAddress any challenges or risks impacting mission successProvide detailed inputs for monthly reportsSupport onboarding of new and enhanced toolsQualifications:Required: Must have Active Top Secret/SCI clearanceBachelor’s degree and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience OR a master’s degree and 3 years of prior relevant experience working on satellite systemsAt least 1year of proven experience delivering daily stand-up operational briefingsAbility to concisely and accurately summarize mission operations and significant eventsExcellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skillsAptitude to proactively identify issues and lead problem-solvingDesired:Active Top Secret/SCI with CI PolyEO/IR sensor competencyMission planning experienceSocetGXP or ENVI expertiseAbility to work in a cross-functional environmentMATLAB literacyRoot cause analysis and nonconformance tracking