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Satellite Bus Engineer, Senior SBG


Job Location:

El Segundo, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 165000 - 200000
Posted: 9 October 2026 (12 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 6 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

SBG Technology Solutions Inc. (SBG) a DSS Inc. company offers Systems Engineering Enterprise Modernization Artificial Intelligence Cyber Security and IT Governance innovation to Federal and commercial clients nationwide.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Satellite Bus Engineer to provide technical leadership and engineering expertise in support of satellite and space system programs. This is a senior-level subject matter expert role responsible for supporting the full lifecycle of spacecraft bus systems spanning design development integration testing launch and sustainment.

In this capacity the Senior Satellite Bus Engineer will lead and support systems engineering activities conduct technical evaluations manage engineering risk and ensure mission assurance across all phases of the program lifecycle. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable diving into complex technical analyses as they are collaborating with customers contractors and cross-functional engineering teams to drive program success.

Conditions of Employment:

  • Must be a US Citizen

  • Must be able to pass a Federal background check

  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment

The Senior Satellite Bus Engineerwill:

  • serve as a subject matter expert and technical leader across the full satellite lifecyclelifecycle fromearly design through launch and sustainment

  • Youll work alongside customers contractors and elite multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver space solutions that truly matter

  • Leading systems engineering efforts including requirements development verification validation and technical risk management

  • Evaluating spacecraft designs engineering products and technical solutions to ensure peak mission performance and quality

  • Conducting technical assessments analyses and trade studies that drive smart program decisions

  • Collaborating across teams to identify and resolve complex technical challenges

  • Participating in technical reviews integration activities test events and milestone assessments

  • Preparing and presenting technical reports briefings and engineering documentation to stakeholders

  • Mentoring and guiding junior engineers sharing your expertise to strengthen the team

  • Representing SBG at customer meetings technical reviews conferences and industry events

  • Contributing to strategic planning technology assessments and innovation initiatives

Security and Privacy Duties and Responsibilities:

Individuals working for SBG Technology Solutions Inc a DSS Inc. will be subject to security and privacy requirements as explained in HIPAA FedRAMP and NIST 800-53. Additionally they are required to undergo specific FedRAMP training to ensure compliance with all associated controls and responsibilities in the day-to-day performance of their duties. Individuals working in departments that are considered to be in the high-risk category will be required to undergo advanced training based on their role and level of access. Individuals with access to modify data and the configuration baseline will require further training.

The preceding functions are examples of the work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add modify change or rescind work assignments and make a reasonable accommodation as needed.



Qualifications

Required Skills:

  • 10 years of relevant experience in spacecraft satellite or space systems engineering

  • Advanced knowledge of spacecraft bus architectures subsystems and lifecycle processes

  • Hands-on experience supporting the design development integration testing launch and sustainment of complex aerospace or space systems

  • Strong command of systems engineering methodologies requirements development verification validation and configuration management

  • Proven ability to analyze complex technical challenges and develop practical effective solutions

  • Excellent written verbal and presentation communication skills

  • Ability to juggle multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook)

  • Active TS/SCI clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one

Preferred Skills:

  • 15 years of relevant experience

  • Experience supporting DoD U.S. Space Force Intelligence Community NASA or other Government space programs

  • Background in spacecraft acquisition manufacturing assembly integration and testing

  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) digital engineering and systems architecture

  • Experience with satellite mission operations mission assurance and reliability engineering

  • Knowledge of applicable aerospace Government and industry technical standards

  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing contractor oversight

  • Exposure to spacecraft analysis modeling simulation and engineering toolsets

  • Involvement in proposal development business development or capture activities

Education:

  • Required: Bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Systems Engineering Physics Mathematics or a related technical discipline

  • Desired: Masters degree or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or technical field; advanced coursework in spacecraft systems mission assurance or space systems acquisitio

Certification(s) Licenses:

  • NCOSE CSEP / ESEP

  • PMP

  • DAU / DAWIA Acquisition Certifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) License

Years of experience in a similar role:

  • Required:10 years of relevant experience in spacecraft satellite or space systems engineering

  • Preferred:15 years of relevant experience

Compensation:

Salary at SBG Technology Solutions Inc is determined by various factors including but not limited to location the individuals particular combination of education knowledge skills competencies and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $165000.00 to $200000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of DSS Inc.s total compensation package for employees.

Physical Demands:

Standing

65% per day

Sitting

10% per day

Walking

10% per day

Stooping

2% per day

Lifting

  • If traveling ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted (luggage laptop etc.)

  • Up to 10 lbs. unassisted several times a day (laptop office equipment office supplies etc.)

Computer Work

70% per day

Telephone Work

10% per day

Reading

25% per day

Other please specify

Travels unassisted via common carrier and/or personal auto as required and/or as directed by Management/Client (up to 5% of the year).

SBGTS Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you need an accommodation seeking employment with SBGTS Inc. please e-mail or call . Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.



Required Experience:

Senior IC