Chief Engineer – Complex Space Networks - ASRC Federal Holding Company LLC
Beltsville, MD
About the Job
Chief Engineer – Complex Space Networks
ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™
ASRC Federal is seeking a Chief Engineer – Complex Space Networks in the Beltsville, MD area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of engineering plans for ground and space systems, addressing current operational needs and integrating future advancements.
- Provide technical oversight for network operations, ensuring adherence to system-level agreements and compliance with performance benchmarks.
- Oversee risk assessments, identifying technical vulnerabilities, and implementing effective mitigations.
- Manage configuration control processes to ensure consistency, reliability, and lifecycle optimization across systems.
- Lead technical responses to system challenges, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve mission success.
- Drive the adoption of advanced and emerging technologies to enhance system capabilities and performance.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
- At least 10 years of experience leading systems engineering efforts for large-scale programs.
- Expertise in managing complex networks and ground systems for space operations.
- Familiarity with risk management methodologies and lifecycle optimization strategies.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance up to TS SCI.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional Engineering (PE) certification or equivalent.
- Experience with advanced communication and navigation systems, including integration of emerging technologies.
- Knowledge of space geodetic systems or related high-precision infrastructure.
We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.
EEO Statement
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
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- Job Family Information Technology
- Job Sub-Family Systems Engineering
- Pay Type Salary
- Employment Indicator/Home Org 50.00.640900.000 - Beltsville
- Required Education Bachelor’s Degree