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# SME Aerospace Engineer (Secret) at Delta Solutions & Strategies

- **Company:** Delta Solutions & Strategies
- **Location:** Los Angeles Air Force Base, CA
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-08-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/deltasands/8bdf0157-7473-42c8-aecf-aa8c44286e59

## Job description

Delta Solutions & Strategies is seeking a SME Aerospace Engineer to support United States Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC), Space Sensing (SN) activities in Los Angeles Air Force Base in El Segundo, California. This position will provide systems engineering, mission integration, space vehicle, payload, ground system, test, launch, and mission-readiness activities across the Space Sensing acquisition life cycle. The selected candidate will serve as a subject-matter authority, shape technical approaches and decision products, lead the most complex analyses or reviews, and advise Government technical or program leadership on high-impact issues. The ideal candidate will be a recognized expert in the functional area with deep Department of Defense or national security space experience and the ability to influence technical direction, resolve difficult problems, and brief senior stakeholders. *Anticipated award/start date September 28, 2026

What you will be doing:

- Serve as a subject-matter authority for the assigned functional area and advise Government technical or program leadership on high-complexity issues.
- Shape technical approaches, strategies, processes, and decision products and lead the most complex reviews or analyses.
- Represent the functional area in senior-level technical forums, working groups, and cross-organizational coordination as required.
- Apply systems engineering methods across concept development, requirements definition, design, integration, verification, test, launch, operations, and sustainment activities.
- Review technical requirements, specifications, Systems Engineering Plans, Integrated Master Plans and Schedules, interface documents, test documentation, and other acquisition products for technical completeness and consistency.
- Track technical performance, requirements verification, interfaces, schedule, risk, and mission readiness and identify issues requiring Government attention.
- Support spacecraft, payload, launch vehicle, ground system, and mission-partner integration activities.
- Participate in technical interchange meetings, design reviews, readiness reviews, Integrated Product Teams, working groups, and other program or mission reviews.
- Conduct or support engineering trade studies, mission planning analyses, concept development, test planning, and technical assessments to inform Government decisions.
- Support configuration and data management, mission assurance, system safety, launch readiness, and operational transition activities as assigned.
- Develop technical assessments, reports, briefings, white papers, meeting products, and action-item tracking for Government review.

What you will need:

- Professional experience and technical depth commensurate with a Subject Matter Expert-level role in the applicable functional area.
- Relevant aerospace, systems engineering, space systems, mission integration, or related technical experience commensurate with the position level.
- Knowledge of systems engineering processes across requirements, design, integration, verification, test, and sustainment.
- Experience reviewing complex technical documentation and translating findings into clear recommendations.
- Ability to assess technical, schedule, interface, and mission risks and communicate impacts to Government stakeholders.
- Strong research, analytical, technical writing, editing, and briefing skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with military, civilian, FFRDC, and contractor personnel.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications used to develop technical reports, briefings, schedules, and other Government deliverables.
- Ability to work on site in Los Angeles Air Force Base in El Segundo, California and support in-person Government meetings and mission activities as required.
- Ability to support CONUS and OCONUS travel when required by the Government.
- Ability to work with sensitive and classified information, Government systems, controlled-access facilities, and Government-furnished equipment in accordance with contract requirements.
- Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance required. Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance if required by the contract.

Desired Skills/Experience:

- Experience supporting United States Space Force, Space Systems Command, or another Department of Defense space acquisition organization.
- Experience with missile warning, missile tracking, missile defense, space-based environmental monitoring, or other national security space missions.
- Experience with spacecraft, payload, launch vehicle, ground system, or mission operations integration.
- Experience supporting System Requirements Reviews, Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews, Test Readiness Reviews, or mission readiness reviews.
- Familiarity with configuration management, mission assurance, system safety, risk management, or launch integration.
- Experience supporting highly classified space programs or cross-organizational technical teams.
- Demonstrated experience serving as a technical or functional authority on complex Department of Defense programs.
- Experience advising senior Government leaders, shaping technical approaches, and leading high-visibility reviews or analyses.

Delta Solutions & Strategies offers a generous benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, parental, military and jury duty paid leaves.

In compliance with California’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $185,000-$205,000.  Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Delta Solutions & Strategies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items. EEO/AAP, M, F, V, D.

## About Delta Solutions & Strategies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Delta Solutions & Strategies provides operations & maintenance, training, modeling & simulation, and professional services in support of U.S. national security and defense missions.
- **Entity Type**: Private (part of the Bowhead Family of Companies, a subsidiary of Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation)
- **Headquarters**: Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
- **Founded**: 2000
- **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed; President & CEO is Mark W. Stafford

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: National Security / Defense Contracting (Armed Forces)
- **Target Customers**: U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Space Force, and other federal agencies (B2G)
- **Mission Statement**: “Our philosophy is simple: Hire quality people and take care of them. … It's not enough to just fulfill the legal obligations of a contract; we strive for elated customers.” [deltasands.com](https://www.deltasands.com/)

## Products & Services
- **Training & Education**: Instructor-led and simulation-based training for military and space operations.
- **Modeling & Simulation**: Custom simulation environments for mission rehearsal and battle management.
- **Operations & Maintenance**: Sustainment of weapons systems, IT infrastructure, and classified facilities.
- **Professional Services**: Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS), program management, financial analysis, and technical advisory assistance.
- **CMMC Level 2 Certified**: ITAR registered, ISO 9001:2015 certified, capable of handling sensitive/classified contracts.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Revenue**: Annual Revenue ~$12.1 million (estimated, 2025/2026 data) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies)
- **Key Metric**: Total managed contracts valued at over **$675 million** [deltasands.com](https://www.deltasands.com/)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company is Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC); named U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2023 Prime Contractor of the Year; strategic partner to the U.S. Space Force.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Employee headcount: 211 (+12.7% YoY) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies)
  - Active job postings: 26 (up +116.7% YoY)
  - Expanded team in the Southeast region
  - New website launched July 2026 to highlight growth and capabilities

## Competitive Advantages
- **Veteran-Focused Workforce**: Over 70% of employees are veterans, providing deep mission understanding and credibility.
- **Small Business Status**: VA-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) – preferred contracting vehicle for DoD.
- **Alaska Native Corporation Backing**: Financial stability and long-term contracts through the UIC/Bowhead family of companies.
- **Certified Quality**: ISO 9001:2015, CMMC Level 2, ITAR registered – enables handling of high-security projects.
- **Employee Retention Philosophy**: “Hire quality people and take care of them” – competitive comp, benefits, and career development.

## Strategic Focus
- **Space & Cyber Growth**: Expanding Space Force support roles (Space Battle Management, Joint Training Tools).
- **Southeast Region Expansion**: Investing in new offices and personnel in the southeastern U.S.
- **Modernization**: Upgrading training delivery through modeling & simulation and digital tools.
- **Talent Pipeline**: Recruiting heavily from departing military personnel and alumni of major defense contractors (Lockheed Martin, Booz Allen, Northrop Grumman).

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Employee rating 4.0/5.0 on job platforms; strong work-life balance (4.3) and compensation (4.2) scores [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies)
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Flexible schedules where mission requirements allow; multiple offices in Colorado Springs (HQ) and other U.S. locations.
- **Benefits**:
  - Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, EAP
  - Financial Security: 401(k) with company contribution, life/AD&D, disability
  - Time Off: Holidays, flexible schedules
  - Professional Growth: Training, certifications, leadership development
  - Recognition: Community engagement, awards, volunteer opportunities
- **Veteran Welcome**: Strong support for transitioning service members; many peers with military background.
- **Engineering/Technical Roles**: Hands-on work with cutting-edge defense technology and space systems.

## Sources
1. [deltasands.com](https://www.deltasands.com/) – Company overview, capabilities, contracts, leadership
2. [deltasands.com/careers](https://www.deltasands.com/careers/) – Benefits, culture, career philosophy
3. [jobs.lever.co/deltasands](https://jobs.lever.co/deltasands) – Current open positions
4. [linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies](https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-solutions-and-strategies) – Employee count, revenue, growth, reviews

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