Systems Engineer
Odyssey Systems Consulting
Colorado Springs, CO · Posted October 24, 2026
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November 2026
- #2Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Mountain West366 openings · of 22
- #4Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Mountain West58 jobs · of 15
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- #9Best cities for aerospace and defense jobs245 openings · of 67
- #9Cities with the most jobs that need no experience in the Mountain West0.9% · of 18
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About the job
Position Summary
We are recruiting for a Journeyman Systems Engineer for the Engineering, Professional, and Administrative Support Services (EPASS) Contract at Peterson Space Force Base supporting SYD 85 in the S5.
This is a full-time position at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado
Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:
Conduct reviews on program portfolio to evaluate and/or recommend alternative plans, improve systems engineering programs/processes, manage/sustain program technical baseline, and design/perform system level tests to assure that subsystems and system performance is achieved in accordance with approved specifications
Perform program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, systems engineering programs, design and test results to assure that subsystem and system performance is achieved in accordance with program specifications
Prepare technical documents which define, specify, and recommend system/subsystem characteristics. Prepares management reports and conducts technical presentations for planning, implementation and corrective action using application of engineering economy principles
Perform validation of systems, including development of criteria and procedures. Analyze and/or evaluate results of major engineering systems
Provide system/program engineering, technical support and technical training to support programs/initiatives, including but not limited to acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, continued evolution, deployment/fielding and installation, testing and operations oversight.
Provide engineering support services and inputs to program and project risk management activities in compliance with Air Force System Engineering Assessment Model (AF SEAM) processes
Provide engineering support to conduct formal trade studies based on engineering performance, effectiveness, cost effectiveness, cost performance, life cycle cost, producibility, reliability, maintainability, risk, and schedule.
Provide technical recommendation support services, including reviews, studies, audits, evaluations and analyses, scientific and procedural guidance, documentation, technical analysis, and support of associated engineering IPTs.
Provide proposal analysis support services that compare and quantify proposed systems, components, approaches for technical feasibility, compatibility, and cost effectiveness
Provide concepts and requirements analyses support services including, but not limited to, reviewing and analyzing
Initial Capabilities Documents
Capability Development Documents
Capability Production Documents
Alternatives of Analysis (AoA)s
Military Utility Assessments
Concepts of Operation (CONOPs)
Technology Development Strategies
Functional Configuration Audits (FCAs)/Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs)
Technology Standards Profiles
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain TS
Education: High School Diploma
Years of Experience: 7 years of directly related experience; OR ,
BA/BS degree with 3 years of directly related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree
Years of experience: 3 years of directly related experience
Additional Experience:
DoD Acquisition Program Office experience
Experience supporting Missile Warning, Missile Defense and/or Space Domain Awareness or Command and ControlSystems
DoDAF Architectural documentation experience (Highly Preferred)
Cloud-based technologies
Mission and/or software applications and their uses
Digital Engineering/Model-Based Systems Engineering
Sparx EA (including ProCloud Server) or Cameo Enterprise Architect
Modeling and simulation on software-intensive systems
Tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, AFSIM
Additional Information :
Location: On-site at Peterson SFB in Colorado Springs, CO
Hybrid: Telework capabilities for local candidates (percentage of telework allowed will vary based on the customer's discretion)
Travel: Travel may be required to CONUS locations (approx. 10%)
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Company Overview
Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.
Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Please Note:
Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.Odyssey Benefits