Acquisition Support - Senior Systems Engineer - SME
- Tecolote Research, Inc.
- El Segundo, California
- Full Time
Acquisition Support - Senior Systems Engineer - SME Tecolote Research, Inc. - 4.3 El Segundo, CA Job Details $125,000 - $140,000 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Paid jury duty Stock options AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Military leave Paid time off Pension plan Vision insurance Employee stock ownership plan Bereavement leave Life insurance Qualifications Systems engineering Data interpretation Full Job Description Overview The SME-Level Senior Systems Engineer serves as a pivotal senior advisor to the SPD and Chief Engineer, applying deep technical and acquisition expertise to ensure the successful execution of the Division's portfolio. You will drive the strategic alignment of high-level requirements to program execution by translating leadership's vision into actionable plans in support of the Space Systems Command (SSC) SYD 84/MT programs at LA AFB, CA. Responsibilities In this role, you will support the Chief Engineer (CE) in the alignment of requirements to execution for the Resilient MW/MT architecture. You will interact with a multidisciplinary DoD technical workforce and defense hardware contractors to guide programs through major milestones like Critical Design Reviews and Readiness Reviews. You will evaluate and oversee the development of essential acquisition and engineering support documents (i.e., TEMP, SEP, PPP, and LCMP, ICDs). Responsibilities and tasks will also include: Supporting the development and maintenance of Program Interface Control Documents. Supporting program elements to execute major milestones, Design Reviews, and Readiness Reviews. Leading R MW/MT Architecture development and execution. Skills Required At least 15 equivalent years of experience performing Systems Engineering and Acquisition Management activities in the government (military and/or civil servant), federally funded research and development center, or profit / non-profit government support / development Contractor arena. Knowledge of various quantitative techniques used to analyze data, develop models, interpret results, and brief senior-level DoD leadership. Must be able to work independently, as well as with a team, on time-sensitive high-visibility tasks. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated knowledge of systems engineering practices and acquisition management regulations associated with Major Defense Acquisition Programs. Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance (required). US citizenship (required). Education Master's degree (MA/MS) in Engineering, Mathematics, Technology, Operations Research, or related field is required. Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 DOE Education Bachelor's degree required, preferably in math, engineering, or the sciences. Full-Time Security
Clearance groups Senior-Level home_work Hybrid Benefits We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes: Health & Welfare Company Paid Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members Dental Insurance for employees and family members Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members) Group Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Travel Accident Insurance Long-Term Disability Voluntary Short-Term Disability Supplemental Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses) Retirement Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option. Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period. Time Off Tecolote's generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected. Annual Leave Bereavement Leave Holidays Jury Duty/Witness Leave Military Leave Sick Leave Location Los Angeles Operations 2120 East Grand Avenue, Suite 200 El Segundo, California 9024... Get Directions Submit Resume Tracking Number: 106-26-9
Clearance groups Senior-Level home_work Hybrid Benefits We offer competitive salaries commensurate with education and experience. We have an excellent benefits package that includes: Health & Welfare Company Paid Major Medical Insurance for employees and family members Dental Insurance for employees and family members Vision Insurance for employees (employee-paid for family members) Group Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Travel Accident Insurance Long-Term Disability Voluntary Short-Term Disability Supplemental Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax deferrals for health care expenses) Retirement Money Purchase Pension Plan - 100% Company funded defined contribution retirement plan. One-year entry waiting period and 5-year vesting. Core Funds available and a self-directed brokerage account option. Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 100% Company funded discretionary contribution. 100% vested after one-year entry waiting period. Time Off Tecolote's generous paid time off benefits give employees the flexibility they need to relax, recharge and take care of the unexpected. Annual Leave Bereavement Leave Holidays Jury Duty/Witness Leave Military Leave Sick Leave Location Los Angeles Operations 2120 East Grand Avenue, Suite 200 El Segundo, California 9024... Get Directions Submit Resume Tracking Number: 106-26-9
Job ID: 521422085
Originally Posted on: 5/16/2026
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