Senior Principal Systems Engineer Subject Matter ...

Position Description & Qualifications Serco-North America is seeking a Senior Principal Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) with extensive experience in SATCOM enterprise leadership, systems engineering, and DoD portfolio integration to support the evolving needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) Wideband MILSATCOM enterprise. This role will be responsible for assisting in strategic technical guidance and analytical expertise in the acquisition, modernization, and lifecycle management of a diverse portfolio of Wideband ground systems and facilities, ensuring global mission readiness and operational excellence. Daily work is performed as an integrated member of the Space and Ground Systems (SGS) portfolio team, across Wideband SATCOM ground systems including CNPS, WSTARS, WRMS, PCMS and others to enable sustained delivery of critical SATCOM capabilities to DoD stakeholders. In this role, you will: + Lead highu2011visibility and missionu2011critical aspects of SGS client programs, applying SATCOM and Wideband enterprise experience to guide decisionu2011making and program execution. + Provide strategic advice, technical assessments, and portfoliou2011level guidance to program leads and project teams, leveraging deep knowledge of the Wideband SATCOM architecture, enterprise integration, and modernization planning. + Develop innovative, datau2011driven recommendations to optimize portfolio management practices, enterprise sustainment, and systemu2011ofu2011systems integration while ensuring program objectives are aligned with DoD governance and longu2011term capability roadmaps. + Support enterpriseu2011wide improvement initiatives across the portfolio. + Supervise, plan, and lead analytical studies, technical reviews, and datau2011driven surveys to support investment decisions, acquisition planning, and capability prioritization. + Serve as a senior liaison across stakeholders within the Wideband and other SATCOM enterprises. To be successful in this role, you will have: + Active DoD Top Secret clearance. + A Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM). + A minimum of 15+ years of related experience, including demonstrated expertise in SATCOM operations, wideband mission systems, enterprise integration, and technical program leadership. + Proven experience in strategy formulation, execution oversight, and DoD resource planning, including alignment of requirements, budgets, and acquisition activities. + Expert understanding of DoD policies, procedures, and decisionu2011making frameworks, with the ability to develop pragmatic, innovative solutions. + Demonstrated ability to translate complex operational, technical, and organizational factors into actionable recommendations for enterpriseu2011level decisionu2011making. + Ability to travel 25%. Additional desired experience and skills: + Masteru2019s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university. + Extensive knowledge in the Wideband MILSATCOM Enterprise. + Experience with DoD acquisitions processes. + Experience with DoD SATCOM acquisition, prioritization, and spectrum management processes. + Experience with SATCOM Planning and Link Budget Analysis. + Experience with ITU guidelines. + Experience within OSD, Joint Staff, Service Staff, or senior headquarters environments, with a history of cross-agency SATCOM coordination, multinational engagement, and enterprise modernization. + Deep knowledge of DoD organizational roles, operational structures, and governance frameworks. Company Overview Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Sercou2019s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters. To review Serco benefits please visit: . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email. Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice. Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email . Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balanceu2014so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.Benefits u2013 Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role): + Medical, dental, and vision insurance + Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract + 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds + Tuition reimbursement program + Life insurance and disability coverage + Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection + Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits + Employee Assistance Plan To review all Serco benefits please visit: . Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Sercou2019s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: .

Created: 2026-02-25