FTS International, LLC (FTS) is committed to providing the Federal Government with quality consultants and support.To ensure mission success we focus on putting our customers first while minimizing corporate bureaucracy on our staff.We provide Subject Matter Experts (SME) free of Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) focused on independent analysis and mission support services within the disciplines of Engineering, Counter Terrorism Operations, Management, Information Technology, Signals Analysis, Administration, Cyber Security and Linguistics. FTS has an opportunity for a Mission Protection Systems Engineer in Australia. The Mission Protection Systems Engineer will provide Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) services focused on Continuity of Operations (COOP) and protection of mission systems. Responsibilities Directly contribute to government's mission success through comprehensive analysis, thought leadership and proactive action on COOP and mission protection activities. Support the development, training, assessment, periodic exercises, and improvement of the site COOP plan and contingency checklists. Collaborate with internal and external entities for activities associated with site and mission inspections and report findings and recommendations. Coordinate and support assessment of mission essential functions. Support Weapons and Tactics teams by assessing current and emerging threats; contribute to space protection doctrine, strategies, plans, architectures, and associated requirements; provide vetted analysis and recommendations to improve space protection architectures and capabilities; develop threat mitigation tactics, techniques, and procedures. Train operations personnel on threat mitigation. Monitor and evaluate war games and exercises (as requested), capture and assess lessons learned for best practice implementation to further improve space protection efforts. Define solutions for broad, abstract topics, succinctly capture risk and issues for the customer and provide analysis and recommendations. Review documentation, represent government as required in forums that support streamlined delivery of new capabilities and standardization of integration efforts. Required Skills/Qualifications Must be a US citizen. TS/SCI with polygraph. BS STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) in engineering discipline. 9+ years' relevant experience. Knowledge of satellite constellations, spacecraft orbit, and ground station characteristics. In-depth knowledge of satellite operations and satellite components (bus and payload) and associated ground systems and related mission protection topics. Knowledge of orbital mechanics; analyzes and readily articulates pros/cons of orbital changes. Self-starter, reputation for successfully anticipating and proactively addressing customer requirements with minimal supervision; ability to manage multiple tasks and deliverables. Polished communicator (written/verbal) with impeccable interpersonal skills and personal judgment; master at collaboration and coordination with multiple stakeholders. Superior data management/data visualization skills and use of appropriate tools. Ability to work independently and with a team, operate effectively with contractor, SETA, FFRDC, and Government teammates. Experience with Jira, Confluence, Systems Tool Kit (STK). Desired Skills/Qualifications Familiar with Digital Engineering/MBSE, AGILE development, cloud technologies. Real-time operations experience as a spacecraft or ground systems operator. Successful record of project management experience with delivered systems. FTS International, LLC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr