Space Force - Traffic Modeling System Engineer for Missile Tracking

Job Title: Space Force - Traffic Modeling System Engineer for Missile Tracking

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Employment Type: Contract

Industry: Defense

Compensation: $94.33/ hour

About the Opportunity:

We're seeking an experienced Traffic Modeling System Engineer to support the development of next-generation missile tracking capabilities for advanced satellite ground systems. In this role, you'll help design and analyze traffic data models that support satellite-to-ground communications, missile tracking operations, and mission-critical space infrastructure.

You'll join a cross-functional team responsible for developing, integrating, testing, deploying, and sustaining highly advanced ground systems supporting space-based defense architecture initiatives.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Work on cutting-edge space and defense technologies supporting critical national security missions.
• Contribute to next-generation satellite ground systems and missile tracking capabilities.
• Collaborate with elite engineering, systems integration, and operations teams.
• Participate in highly visible programs involving satellite constellations, ground networks, and advanced communications systems.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements with hybrid or onsite options available.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of systems engineering, satellite communications, space operations, and missile tracking. You'll help shape the architecture and traffic modeling strategies that support advanced space-based defense systems and future mission capabilities.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Sound like a good fit?

TODAY

What You'll Do:

• Develop and analyze traffic data models supporting satellite constellation communications and ground network operations.
• Decompose system requirements into scalable traffic models and operational architectures.
• Support satellite scheduling activities, service planning, and missile tracking operations.
• Analyze missile tracking and communications data to validate system performance and traffic models.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, network engineering, software, and operations teams to support system integration and deployment.
• Participate in testing, verification, maintenance, and operational support activities.
• Support the evolution and expansion of enterprise ground systems, operations centers, and infrastructure capabilities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives through advanced modeling, analytics, and emerging technologies.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• 8+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, Network Engineering, Communications Engineering, Space Systems, or related technical fields with a Bachelor's degree; or 6+ years of experience with a Master's degree.
• 5+ years of experience supporting system requirements analysis, system architecture, integration, verification, or operational engineering activities.
• 3+ years of experience developing communication traffic models, network simulations, data flow models, or communications architectures.
• 3+ years of experience supporting satellite communications, RF communications, ground systems, or space-based systems.
• 2+ years of experience performing technical analysis, modeling, simulation, or validation of complex system performance.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related STEM discipline.

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience modeling satellite constellation communications and ground network architectures.
• Experience with satellite-to-ground RF communication protocols and communication system design.
• Knowledge of packet prioritization, routing methodologies, and network traffic analysis.
• Experience with missile tracking systems, missile defense architectures, or sensor fusion technologies.
• Experience developing scheduling algorithms and operational logic for satellite services.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and cloud-based system architectures.
• Experience supporting image collection, image processing, image storage, or imagery analytics systems.
• Strong systems engineering background involving requirements decomposition, validation, and verification.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities for innovation, automation, and AI-enabled improvements.
• Agile development experience preferred.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and drug screen.
• Overtime: May be required to support program milestones and operational requirements.
• Lifting Requirements: Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position.
• Work Environment: Hybrid or onsite engineering environment supporting space and defense programs.
• Onsite Requirement: Minimum of 3 days onsite per week, with fully onsite options available.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Active Top Secret Clearance

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