Commercial Data Program Mid Level Systems Engineer

Job Title

Commercial Data Program Mid Level Systems Engineer

Location

SILVER SPRING, MD 20910 US (Primary)

Category

General Laborer, Scientist

Job Type

Full-Time

Compensation Minimum (USD)

$90000.00

Compensation Maximum (USD)

$125000.00

Education

Master's Degree

Minimum Citizenship Status Required

U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident

Security Clearance Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Job Description

Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) delivers an extensive range of award- winning advanced scientific, engineering, and technical support services to the U.S. Government and Industry customers. Our proven expertise and experience span scientific research, development, test and evaluation in areas such as earth and atmospheric sciences, engineering, data science and software engineering. Will you join our world-class team?
● Employment Category: Full-Time/Regular

 

• Location: Temporarily Remote - Must be within driving distance of Silver Spring, MD
• Travel: Some travel may be required both locally and domestically by car or plane.
• Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship or Green Card Holder
• Salary: $90,000-$125,000 - Commensurate upon experience

Job Description:
STC is seeking to hire a Mid-Level Satellite Systems Engineer to support NOAA’s National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service (NESDIS) Office of Satellite Architecture and Engineering (SAE). The office is responsible for developing and managing policies and processes for effective implementation of program management and systems engineering through NESIDS. Works involves the NOAA NESDIS Commercial Data Program within the Office of Systems Architecture and Advanced Planning (OSAAP).

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave
• 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Tuition reimbursement

Job Requirements

Specific duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Assist in all program management activities for the Commercial Data Program
• Assemble and manage teams to develop technical requirements for satellite-based commercial data sources for NESDIS and its customers, including the National Weather Service and international partners.
• Work with the NESDIS acquisitions, general counsel, and international affairs offices to perform market research, develop solicitations, and execute contracts for acquiring commercial satellite data.
• Evaluate commercial sector capabilities for providing satellite remote sensing data, leading capability assessment teams of subject matter experts in various technologies and a consultation with the NESDIS Chief Scientist.
• Develop planning budgets and perform cost of benefit analyzes for various planned and proposed remote sensing architectures and commercial sources
• Prepare and deliver briefings to SAE and NESDIS Leadership and international partners such as EUMETSAT and the Met Office
• Author reports and documentation in response to DOC and Congressional requests
• Manage existing operational commercial data sources and track usage of data by internal and partner organizations

Essential Requirements:

• Applied experience with satellite remote sensing architectures and operations
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Highly conversant in MS office and google workspace suite

Education:

• Master’s degree in engineering or natural sciences with 4 years of experience is preferred

OR

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or natural sciences with 10 years of experience is acceptable

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.