Space and Cyber Range Architecture Support

Overview

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly qualified Space and Cyber Range Architect to support the U.S. Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM). This position offers the opportunity to operate within a mission-critical environment supporting national security and space domain readiness.

The successful candidate will lead the planning, integration, and management of space and cyber test range capabilities across U.S. Space Force (USSF) and Department of Defense (DoD) space environments. This role requires expertise in systems engineering, interface definition, and requirements management, as well as the ability to coordinate across interagency stakeholders.

In this capacity, the Architect will drive strategic architectural planning efforts to ensure test and training ranges effectively support current and future space program requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical leadership, a systems-level perspective, and experience aligning complex capabilities to mission needs across operational, test, and training domains.

Key Responsibilities

The Space and Cyber Range Architecture candidate will:

• Lead architecture-level trade studies and design space range architectures to support testing of complex, next-generation space systems
• Engage with space range customers, acquisition organizations, and system architects across the U.S. Space Force (USSF) and mission partners to align requirements and capabilities
• Drive development of Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), requirements definition, multi-segment interface design, and overall architecture integration
• Perform functional analysis, risk management, and system design activities to ensure mission effectiveness and technical feasibility
• Support integration of space and cyber range architectures with operational and training systems across the enterprise
• Develop and deliver architecture briefings, technical reports, and supporting documentation for senior leadership and stakeholders

Requirements

Skills and Experience

The Space and Cyber Range Architecture candidate must have:

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Willingness and ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Polygraph), if required
• 15+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience, including at least 5 years supporting SAP and/or SCI environments
• Extensive experience in space and cyber systems architecture, design, and functional analysis
• Proven experience developing CONOPS, conducting trade studies, and defining system requirements and interfaces
• Demonstrated ability to lead small, cross-functional teams supporting complex programs with multiple stakeholders
• Deep experience in end-to-end satellite and space systems architecture development
• Working knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches, tools, and methodologies

Education and CertificationsThe Space and Cyber Range Architecture candidate must have the following:

Required

• Master's of Arts/Science Degree

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Posted Salary Range

USD $245,000.00 - USD $260,000.00 /Yr.