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Solutions Architect
QwaltecSolutions Architect designing technical solutions for government and commercial spacecraft operations. Leading architecture discussions and working closely with business development teams to shape technical strategies.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Architect end-to-end solutions for spacecraft Mission Operations Centers, command and control (C2) ground systems, and antenna/ground station networks for government and commercial customers
- Translate customer mission operations and ground system requirements into solution architectures that effectively leverage the OrbitCmd powered by Leanspace software platform, products, and integration capabilities.
- Serve as the senior technical voice in customer engagements by leading architecture discussions, technical exchanges, design reviews, and briefings with senior government and industry stakeholders
- Partner with business development and capture teams to qualify opportunities, shape win themes, and develop technical strategies for new and existing customers
- Author and review key technical volumes, white papers, capabilities briefs, and architecture artifacts in support of proposals and solicitation responses
- Develop reference architectures and system designs using industry and DoD frameworks (e.g., DODAF, MOSA) and modern development practices (Agile/DevOps)
- Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, including AI/ML-enabled tools and automation, into mission operations and ground system solutions
- Guide trade studies, requirements definition, interface analyses, and technical risk assessments for new missions and system upgrades
- Collaborate with Qwaltec program managers, engineers, and mission operators to ensure proposed solutions are executable, affordable, and aligned with company capabilities
- Mentor engineering staff and help mature Qwaltec's technical baseline, architecture standards, and solution development processes
- Represent Qwaltec at industry days, conferences, and networking events (e.g., USSF events, AFCEA, Space Symposium, Ground System Architectures Workshop)
Requirements
What you’ll need- 15+ years of experience in defense and/or civil space programs spanning mission operations, ground systems engineering, and/or satellite command and control
- Demonstrated experience architecting or leading the design of Mission Operations Centers, satellite ground systems, and/or antenna network solutions
- Full lifecycle perspective across spacecraft console operations, ground system design, integration, test, and on-orbit support
- Experience supporting business development, capture, or proposal efforts, including authoring technical content for competitive solicitations
- Working knowledge of architecture frameworks and methodologies such as DODAF and MOSA, and familiarity with Agile/DevOps development environments
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; proven ability to engage credibly with senior government customers, acquisition professionals, and technical teams
- Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and AI-enabled tools and workflows as applied to mission operations, engineering, and business development
- U.S. Citizenship required; must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (candidates must be clearable)
- Willingness to travel periodically to customer sites, industry events, and Qwaltec's Tempe, AZ headquarters
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive benefits package
- Professional development support and training budget