Secret Systems Engineer

A client of Insight Global is seeking experienced Systems Engineer to join the program in Colorado Springs, CO. This program plays a critical role in advancing global military satellite communications (MILSATCOM) capabilities.

As part of the Space, Intelligence & Weapon Systems (SI&WS) team, you will contribute to the modernization of ground systems that control and manage the Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) payloads across all Boeing-built satellites (F1-F12). Your work will span the full lifecycle-from concept and design through deployment, sustainment, and ongoing support-giving you the opportunity to make a significant impact on mission success.

This role emphasizes collaboration and professional growth. You'll work in an environment that values mentorship, knowledge sharing, and innovation, helping shape the future of satellite communications technology.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to revamp and modernize system and hardware architectures, transitioning legacy solutions into contemporary, high-performance platforms.
• Oversee the retooling of outdated products, including : Migrating from older Cisco hardware to modern configurations.
• Formalizing and stabilizing a fractured Java baseline, incorporating Java 21 while managing legacy Java 8 components.
• Define and manage requirements across the V-model, with a strong emphasis on the requirements side while maintaining visibility and influence on both ends of the lifecycle.
• Utilize Cisco hardware expertise and Jira for requirements tracking, issue management, and workflow optimization.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure modernization efforts align with program objectives, technical standards, and customer expectations.

Schedule : Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Location : On-Site in Colorado Springs, CO

Estimated Pay Rage : $68 - $74 / hour

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Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and / or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.