Optical Comms Space Systems Integration Senior Manager

ResponsibilitiesReady to make an impact! Peraton has an exciting opportunity for a Optical Comms Space Systems Integration Senior Manager! The contract provides Mission Systems Engineering & Integration (MSE&I) support for a government customer in the areas of space systems Tracking, Transport and Ground segments. The role of team is to ensure the segments operate in unison to support mission scenarios and experiments, specifically: the Ground Segment Elements function as an integrated entity providing telemetry, tracking and commanding (TT&C), mission data uplink/downlink, mission planning and payload tasking, constellation operations, and network management in support of on-orbit demonstrations; System, cross-Segment, and external dependencies and interfaces are understood, documented, and managed; Systems engineering support is provided to system-level and segment level systems engineering activities so that they have support beyond what is provided by the space vehicle (SV) and ground contracts; and Gaps in support for launch operations, mission operations, security, information technology (IT), and other areas have a means for closure. The successful candidate will lead the Optical and RF Communication Mission Focus Area Integration Focus Area for a Peraton program supporting a government customer, focused on Mission Integration and System Engineering of a new Space Domain Communication architecture. Leads the integration of the Transport Mission capabilities to deliver mission capability including an interoperable mesh network of satellites to provide periodic low-latency and high-capacity data connectivity using Optical Intersatellite Links (OISL) and downlink over tactical Link-16 data links over a given area of responsibility (AoR). Leads the integration of two (2) Satellite Vehicle (SV) vendor solutions, building a total of 20 space vehicles for the initial mesh network capability. Provides technical expertise to analyze SV vendor specs, requirements, and design to ensure mission closure. Working with both SV vendors, identify gaps in the system architecture and interfaces and refine the CONOPS based upon expected Segment capabilities.Specific Tasks include: Responsible for the direct supervision of the Systems Engineering/Analysis staff of 5 Peraton personnel/subcontractors Lead the Optical (OISL) Mission Integration activities Support the Capstone detailed design, analysis, planning, and integration activities Ensure the detailed Mission Operations integration plan in coordination with stakeholders Work with the stakeholders (Segments, Users, Partners) to define operational details, lower-level use cases (mission elements or components), requirements, interfaces, and controlling documents Evaluate the demonstrations, simulations, and testing required to demonstrate mission capability and document the interfaces, internal and external operations and resources required to successfully accomplish them Develop planning documents, memorandums of agreement or understanding with external agencies as required, and any other documentation required. Develops systems analysis standards and methodology consistent with technical requirements Schedules staff to obtain proper response in a timely manner. Reviews recommendations for systems improvementQualificationsRequired Experience Minimum TS/SCI Clearance required Bachelrs Degree with 12-15 years of experience, or Masters Degree with 10-13 years of experience or, Phd with 10+ years of experience 10 or more years supporting integration activities for a similar satellite communication systems Ability to use standard tools for required COMM analyses Experience defining the space to ground interface requirements for a COMM transport satellite Excellent ability to present status to Senior Government leaders Experience leading a small (3-8) team of engineers Willing to travel to Government/Vendor sites as needed for integration activitiesDesired Experience Previous experience with Space Optical Communication Previous experience with IP-based Networking in space Previous experience with test and integration of tactical data links (Link-16, IBS) into new platforms Safe Agile Training, Professional Certification, & Hands-On Implementation experiencePeraton OverviewPeraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the cant be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.For Colorado ResidentsColorado Salary Minimum: $105,900 Colorado Salary Maximum: $257,100 The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position, and is just one component of Peraton''s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Peraton provides a variety of benefits to employees.

Created: 2025-10-04