Hiring: Senior Systems Engineer Company: Galapagos Federal Systems Location: Colorado Springs, CO Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 13:58:08 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Change Management, Program Management, Security Clearance, Segment, Systems Engineering, Top Secret Clearance About the job Experience: •The Senior Systems Engineer must have •10+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience supporting systems engineering, RDT&E, acquisition, or related technical programs •Demonstrated experience with Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) and test and training materiel systems •Strong knowledge and practical application of Systems Engineering (SE) principles and processes supporting system RDT&E, integration, and fielding •Solid functional working knowledge of the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) and DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) processes and artifacts Required Skills: •Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to support the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission-critical space operations. •Support the Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) Integrated Program Office (IPO) and Space Systems Command’s System Delta 81, contributing to the development, acquisition, integration, and sustainment of advanced test and training capabilities that enhance USSF readiness and operational effectiveness. •The ideal candidate is a technically skilled and mission-focused professional who combines systems engineering expertise, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills to deliver results in a fast-paced DoD environment. •The Senior Systems Engineer will •Conduct feasibility studies and concept exploration to evaluate system and capability solutions •Perform Design Reference Mission (DRM) engineering and supporting system analysis •Develop and refine Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) to support mission and operational requirements •Develop and manage system requirements, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), verification plans, system validation activities, and operational support requirements Qualifications: •Master’s degree (MS/ME/MA) in Systems Engineering or a related field •Degrees in other STEM fields may also be considered with significant, relevant professional experience •Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary. •Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC •Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility Compensation: •Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!