$170,000–$220,000 Per Year
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Change Control, Cloud Computing, Cross-Domain Solutions (CDS), Cross-Functional, Engineering, Enterprise Data Integration, Establish Priorities, Government, Government Contracts, Hybrid Cloud, Identify Issues, Integration Testing, Interface Programming Languages, International Classification of Diseases (ICD), Internet Security, Interoperability, Leadership, Mentoring, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Support, Operational Support, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Requirements Management, Strategic Planning, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Test Strategy, Top Secret Clearance, Traceability, United States Citizen, Verification Plans, Willing to Travel
Stellar Solutions is seeking a Chief Engineer to support a new, fast-paced Mission Operations Center (MOC) environment supporting a complex, multi-vendor ground enterprise. In this role, you will serve as the technical leader for all Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities, guiding architecture, integration, verification, and operational readiness efforts across a hybrid cloud/on-prem environment supporting enterprise orchestration, situational awareness, and resilient data transport capabilities.
The selected candidate will work closely with the prime contractor, government stakeholders, and multi-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure successful integration and operational execution across the enterprise.
Role/Responsibilities/Qualifications:
In this role, you will:
- Lead all System-of-Systems (SoS) integration activities for the program, including interface definition, external ICD coordination, enterprise data flow integration, and cross-system interoperability
- Direct development and management of the requirements baseline, including decomposition, allocation, traceability, and configuration control
- Oversee MBSE modeling, digital architecture products, and authoritative technical baselines
- Lead the design and integration of hybrid architectures spanning on-premises and cloud-based services
- Lead technical trades, technology insertion strategies, and performance optimization efforts across MVP, MVCR, and future capability releases
- Provide technical leadership for orchestration of multi-vendor network services, path optimization, resource prioritization, and operational responsiveness
- Develop approaches for enterprise health, status, and performance monitoring to support situational awareness
- Guide the design of anomaly detection, troubleshooting workflows, and automated remediation capabilities
- Oversee integration of Zero-Trust principles, cross-domain solutions, accreditation requirements, and MLS operations
- Lead end-to-end IVV&T strategy including test planning, verification closure, readiness events, and transition-to-operations activities
- Represent the SE&I subcontractor in technical forums with the prime contractor and government stakeholders
- Guide junior engineers and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across software
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship across the engineering organization
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise and leadership in Systems Engineering supporting space, ground, or mission enterprise systems
- Experience architecting or integrating hybrid cloud/on-prem mission systems
- Strong understanding of design, integration, and testing standards for complex ground system architectures, data transport systems, and multi-vendor service orchestration
- Understanding of network engineering, cybersecurity architectures, and enterprise operational constructs
- Proficiency with MBSE tools and modeling approaches
- Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams within large-scale technical programs
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with commercial pLEO or other relay-satellite service integration
- Experience tailoring commercial solutions for effective operational use in government systems supporting the warfighter
- Familiarity with AI/ML analytics supporting network performance and operational visibility
- Prior experience serving as a Chief Engineer on major programs
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related STEM field with 15+ years of relevant engineering experience
- Minimum of 5 years leading SE&I teams or large technical programs
- Advanced degree preferred
Security Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Active Top-Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI access
- Location & Travel Requirements
Primary duty location: Virginia or Colorado (hybrid work option available). Occasional travel to customer and partner sites required.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $170,000 – $220,000 annually. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus, participation in our profit sharing/retirement program (PSP), and a comprehensive benefits package. When combined, these elements can significantly increase total compensation.
Stellar Solutions offers a comprehensive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Deliverable(s):
This role offers the opportunity to shape a next-generation Mission Operations Center at the forefront of enterprise mission integration, hybrid cloud operations, and resilient operational architectures supporting critical national security missions.