Mid Level Systems Engineer - Space Force Programs Support

Job Title: Mid-Level Systems Engineer - Space Force Programs Support

Job Location: Scottsdale AZ 85257

Onsite Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in systems Engineering or a related STEM field (Master's degree with 3+ years, or Bachelor's with 5+ years of relevant experience)

Prior experience in defense/aerospace proposal development (Shipley, APMP, or similar processes)

Experience with DOORS for requirements management

Job Description:

We are seeking a Systems Engineer with strong proposal development experience to join our Scottsdale-based team. In this hybrid role, you'll be part of a proposal "bench," contributing to live proposal efforts and undertaking Client standard tasks such as modeling and simulation, requirements management, V&V, and system integration during interim periods.

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity (minimum 12 months) with potential long-term placement on the MUOS program-the largest within our Space, Cyber & Intelligence Systems (SC&I) business.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and support proposal documents, including Basis of Estimates (BOEs

Apply systems engineering practices across modeling, simulation, test, integration, and requirements analysis

Analyze and integrate program technical and financial data to support proposal submissions

Create and update technical documentation aligned to current program timelines

Apply systems engineering practices across modeling, simulation, test, integration, and requirements analysis

Participate in collaborative, onsite work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

Work closely with MUOS teams to assimilate evolving technical and operational needs into proposal content

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related STEM field (Master's degree with 3+ years, or Bachelor's with 5+ years of relevant experience)

Prior experience in defense/aerospace proposal development (Shipley, APMP, or similar processes)

Experience with DOORS for requirements management

MBSE tools experience (MagicDraw or Cameo)

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word

Ability to interpret and leverage historical cost and technical data

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Agile development experience preferred

Familiarity with DoD contracts and acquisition processes

PMP certification or relevant credentials are a plus

What Sets You Apart:

Strong technical foundation and quick ability to grasp complex systems

Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities

Effective collaboration skills and a proactive, independent work style

Previous involvement in government proposal processes

Understanding of relevant tech stacks and cost modeling techniques

**3rd party and subcontract staffing agencies are not eligible for partnership on this position. 3rd party subcontractors need not apply.

This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future**