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Space Force Systems Engineer

This engineer will work with customers, mission partners, developers, and test teams to turn mission needs into complete system designs and verifiable requirements. The position focuses on space-ground systems, including satellite tracking, scheduling, communications, mission data handling, and cloud-based ground software architecture. Model-based systems engineering, simulation, and familiarity with Java, Python, MATLAB, or aerospace tools such as STK are valuable for the work. It suits an experienced systems engineer who can lead technical efforts, communicate clearly, collaborate across disciplines, and improve development practices. The position is based in Scottsdale and may be fully onsite or require at least three office days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or master's degree plus 3 yearsU.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearanceExperience decomposing requirements into architecture, interfaces, designs, and test casesKnowledge of satellite ground systems, scheduling, tracking, communications, or mission dataExperience with MBSE tools such as CAMEO or MagicDrawStrong technical leadership, communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills
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Listed October 6, 2026 · Verify details with the employer before applying.

About General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS)

General Dynamics Mission Systems says it builds radios in Scottsdale, where it reported 2,475 workers in July 2025 and has Air Force radio work through 2027.

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