Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer Full Time Location: Remote, Colorado Springs Team Lead: Rande FLSA: Exempt Travel Requirements: Occasional travel (typically quarterly or mission-dependent) to support customer meetings, program reviews, integration and test activities, technical interchange meetings, operational exercises, and team collaboration events.

About Company:

Exigo provides a wide range of advisory and assistance solutions in Architecture, Engineering, and Management for National Security Space customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs CO, Exigo provides services to the Government in El Segundo CA, Boulder CO, Colorado Springs CO, Denver CO, Albuquerque NM, and the National Capital Region.

About the Role:

Exigo provides a wide range of advisory and assistance solutions in Architecture, Engineering and Management for National Security Space customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs CO, Exigo provides services to the Government in El Segundo CA, Boulder CO, Denver CO, Colorado Springs CO, and Albuquerque NM. The Lead Systems Engineer serves as the primary technical integrator and systems engineering lead for the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) Weather System Follow-on Microwave (WSF-M) Continuity of Operations (COOP) program. The position provides technical leadership across system architecture, requirements management, agile acquisition planning, integration, testing, cybersecurity accreditation, and stakeholder coordination to ensure successful delivery of mission-critical satellite ground system capabilities. The position works closely with government program managers, software developers, operators, cybersecurity personnel, testers, and mission partners to develop and sustain a cloud-based satellite command and control backup capability. General Physical Demands

• Ability to sit for extended periods (up to 8 hours/day)
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and handling documents
• Occasional standing, walking, and reaching within office environment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10 lbs
• Visual acuity for:
• Reading screens and printed materials
• Working with detailed technical diagrams
• Hearing and Speech
• Ability to communicate clearly in person and via phone/video
• Participate in classified discussions in secure areas
• Mobility
• Ability to move within a secure facility including badge controlled areas
• Occasional travel between buildings or to secure labs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of systems engineering experience supporting Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or space-related programs.
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering and integration teams.
• Experience with cloud-based architectures, preferably AWS GovCloud.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and requirements management tools such as Jira.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity accreditation and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
• Experience supporting satellite command and control, space operations, or ground systems programs.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Active TS/SCI + clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
• 15+ years of systems engineering experience supporting Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or space-related programs.
• Experience with SATCOM, ground systems, secure communications, or aerospace mission systems.
• Active TS/SCI clearance

Responsibilities:

• Serve as Lead Systems Engineer for the WSF-M COOP program, providing technical leadership across the system lifecycle.
• Lead requirements development, architecture definition, interface management, and technical baseline control.
• Coordinate implementation of AWS GovCloud-based system architectures and ensure alignment with mission requirements.
• Provide technical assessments and recommendations to government stakeholders regarding system design, development, integration, risk, and execution strategies.
• Lead technical planning and execution activities supporting Agile software development and acquisition efforts.
• Develop and manage program features, acceptance criteria, and technical priorities within Jira and other program management tools.
• Support lifecycle integration, verification, validation, and transition-to-operations activities.
• Support Authority to Operate (ATO) and cybersecurity accreditation activities in coordination with government and contractor cybersecurity teams.
• Assist government leadership with technical cost estimates, schedule assessments, risk identification, and strategic planning activities.
• Serve as a primary interface between government customers and technical development teams.
• Lead Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) to resolve technical issues, architecture challenges, interface concerns, and integration risks.
• Lead weekly Scrum-of-Scrums meetings with developers, operators, testers, and stakeholders to coordinate program execution.
• Ensure requirements, interfaces, architecture products, and implementation activities remain aligned with mission objectives.
• Coordinate issue resolution across multiple organizations, mission partners, and functional teams.
• Support development and maintenance of technical documentation, requirements artifacts, interface documentation, and engineering products.
• Coordinate integration and test planning, execution, and verification of system requirements.
• Track technical risks, action items, dependencies, and program challenges and communicate impacts to government leadership.
• Maintain awareness of development progress and ensure teams have sufficient direction to execute assigned work.
• Provide weekly program status updates and support customer meetings, reviews, and decision forums.
• Support maintenance of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and coordination of technical milestones and dependencies.
• Collaborate with mission partners to understand operational needs and facilitate successful integration of system capabilities.

Exigo Benefits

• 401k 10% Employer contribution (No match required)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Employer‑paid medical premiums (0% employee cost)
• UnitedHealthcare PPO (Choice Plus) base plan
• Dental & Vision (Principal)
• Fully covered - 100% of premiums paid - includes preventive, basic, and major dental services (plus orthodontia for children) and vision exams, lenses, frames, and contacts.
• Company‑funded spending account (choose one):
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): $500 annually
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): $2,000 annually
• $6,000 annual opt‑out cash benefit.
• Company‑paid Life Insurance, Disability, and AD&D coverage

Please note that the salary information provided is a general guideline only. Exigo considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, key skills, internal peer equity, market conditions, and business considerations when extending an offer. For highly qualified candidates, compensation may exceed the stated range. Equal Opportunity Statement Exigo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected status under applicable law. ADA / Reasonable Accommodation Applicants requiring accommodation may contact HR at HR@exigocorp.com. At-Will Employment Disclaimer Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time. Export Control / ITAR This position may require access to export-controlled information.