# Chief Systems of Systems Integrator

> IESE Solutions · El Segundo, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-15

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** GSIS

## Description

IESE Solutions is seeking a Chief Systems of Systems Engineer who can combine technical leadership skills with big picture thinking to help deliver U.S. Space Force capabilities to the warfighter. In this role you will lead and direct the technical effort of an SE&I team to help the Space Force architect, engineer, integrate, test, and field the Space Warfighting System of Systems (SoS). You will work side-by-side with senior Space Force officers and executives to lead the development and definition of SoS engineering and integration plans and processes, perform architectural analysis, define and manage requirements, control interfaces, and design, integrate, and test end-to-end capabilities, mission threads, and kill chains.

As a technical leader, you will work with SE&I team members and the U.S. Space Force to develop, rapidly deploy, and integrate the next generation of resilient space, ground, and user capabilities across the space enterprise to deter attacks and provide critical information to our warfighters to defeat our enemies in battle. Your customer will trust you to not only architect, engineer, integrate, test, and deploy these systems, but also identify areas requiring urgent mitigation up-front and early to develop this system with advanced technology solutions. You will perform systems engineering leadership and program management in support of enterprise reviews and governance boards, as well as analyze problems, develop technical reports, make recommendations, and work with government and corporate executive leaders and stakeholders to implement recommended solutions. Join our team and be a part of transforming the U.S. Space Force to meet growing threats.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

**Work Location:**

Los Angeles AFB, El Segundo, CA

## Requirements

**Required Qualifications:**

-   18+ years of experience in defense systems engineering and development, including with Joint space operations, C5ISR, and battle management systems
-   5+ years of experience serving in a systems engineering leadership role for a large-scale space system of systems programs
-   Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word 
-   Experience working within the DoD acquisition system
-   Knowledge of Department of War acquisition systems, lifecycle planning, program management, and key program milestones
-   Ability to be highly motivated, display a dynamic work ethic, and contribute to the DoD mission
-   Ability to be comfortable with daily interactions at the executive leadership level
-   Ability to drive organizational change with limited authority
-   Top Secret clearance
-   Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field

**Preferred Qualifications:**

-   Experience working within the DoD acquisition system
-   Experience practicing MBSE
-   Experience in Agile planning and systems development
-   Knowledge of Space Force systems and warfighting missions
-   Possession of excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
-   Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
-   TS/SCI clearance
-   Master's degree in a STEM or Space field

**Clearance:**   

·         Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.

## Benefits

As a growing small engineering firm, IESE Solutions focuses on people and customers and delivery of uninterrupted high-quality work. Our approach to attracting and retaining highly qualified candidates is to provide an opportunity to help shape the firm's future and a competitive and flexible compensation package consistent with qualifications, security clearance eligibility, and roles. IESE Solutions offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including but are not limited to:

-   Company 401K Contribution up to 10% of qualifying salaries – no employee match required, following the company’s vesting plan
-   Medical insurance
-   Dental insurance
-   Vision insurance
-   Life and AD&D insurance
-   Company paid Long-term Disability insurance
-   Short-term Disability insurance
-   Discretionary Performance Bonus
-   Federal Holidays, Paid Time Off, flexible hours
-   Flexible Work Hours and supportive/collaborative work environment
-   Continuous education sponsorship
-   Career opportunities to participate in the next generation space sensing enterprise ground system integration, test and deployment and develop/enhance enduring professional skills and network.

At IESE Solutions, salaries are determined by various factors including location, education, clearance, skills, and experience among others. IESE Solutions considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, security clearance, education/training, and key skills.

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