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Space & Ground Systems Architect

TEKsystems
$75.00 - $125.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, El Segundo
Aug 04, 2026
Description We're looking for a Space & Ground Systems Architect to help shape the next generation of space and ground system capabilities supporting some of the most critical national security programs in operation today. You'll be working at the intersection of SATCOM, command and control, and enterprise digital engineering - designing modern, secure, and scalable architectures that keep pace with an increasingly complex and contested space environment. This is a role for someone who thinks in systems. You'll define technical baselines, develop architectural frameworks using UML, SysML, DoDAF, or UAF, and ensure integrity across complex C2 and SATCOM ecosystems. You'll collaborate directly with engineers, program leaders, and government stakeholders - your decisions will influence how these systems are built, integrated, and sustained for years to come. What You Bring You have 7+ years in system architecture or enterprise systems design, with at least 5 of those years in space systems, ground systems, SATCOM, or C2 software environments. You know how to translate complex operational requirements into clean, defensible architectural designs - and you can communicate those designs clearly to both technical teams and stakeholders. Experience with ICDs, service decompositions, and API definitions is a plus, as is familiarity with cloud-native architectures, microservices, CI/CD pipelines, and Zero Trust-aligned design principles. Agile and SAFe experience rounds out the profile nicely. Why This Role Enterprise Space Systems - the ground portfolio you'll be supporting - sits at the core of how the U.S. military commands, controls, and communicates through space. The ground segment is the backbone of every space mission, and the architectural decisions made here have direct operational consequences. You won't be maintaining legacy systems. You'll be building what comes next - modern, secure, and built to perform in environments where failure isn't an option. If you want your architectural fingerprints on systems that actually matter, this is the opportunity. TS/SCI clearance required. Bachelor's degree in a STEM field required. Top Skills * 7+ years of experience in software architecture, enterprise software design, or digital engineering * 5+ years of experience with SATCOM, space systems, ground systems, or C2 software environments * Experience developing system or software architectures using UML, SysML, DoDAF, UPDM, or UAF Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience developing Interface Control Documents (ICDs), service decompositions, and API definitions * Experience designing cloud-native architectures, microservices, containers, and CI/CD pipelines * Experience aligning architecture with cybersecurity frameworks and working in Agile environments or SAFe * * Knowledge of secure coding and Zero Trust-aligned design principles * TS/SCI clearance * Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics field Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Segundo, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $75.00 - $125.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in El Segundo,CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.