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Senior Ground Systems and Space Engineer

GDIT

On-site
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Senior
Staff
8+ yrs
$170k–$229kPosted 3w ago

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Job description

GDIT is hiring a Senior Ground Systems and Space Engineer — a full-time, based in Albuquerque, NM role ($170k–$229k). Apply directly on GDIT's careers page below.

HADES - Senior/SME Ground Systems and Space Engineers

Location: USA NM Albuquerque

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Complex Systems Modeling, Ground Systems, Space Systems, Systems Design

Certifications:

None

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Join General Dynamics IT and be a part of a team that solve some of the world's most complex technical challenges. We are seeking Senior and SME-level Ground Systems and Space Systems Engineers to join the HADES program in Albuquerque, NM.

HADES is a mission-critical satellite ground system engineering, development, integration, and sustainment program supporting the Space Systems Command (SSC).

HADES is due for award in January 2027 but we are interviewing and making contingent offers now. If interested in being considered, please apply today!

Qualifications:

  • BA/BS (preferred); additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
  • 8+ years of experience in space and/or satellite ground systems
  • Space command and control experience required
  • TS with SCI eligibility

WHAT CAN GDIT OFFER YOU?

  • Excellent customizable health benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
  • 401K with company match
  • Educational Assistance and eLearning
  • Flexible work week
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to employee advancement
  • Rewards and Recognition programs
  • Innovative and collaborative environment encouraging of highly motivated critical thinking

@HADES

The likely salary range for this position is $169,604 - $229,464. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA NM Albuquerque

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

 

 


Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

 

 

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Senior Ground Systems and Space Engineer at GDIT?

The estimated salary range for Senior Ground Systems and Space Engineer at GDIT is $170,000 - $229,000 USD per year.

What is the seniority level for Senior Ground Systems and Space Engineer at GDIT?

Senior Ground Systems and Space Engineer at GDIT is a Senior / Staff level position.

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