AWS Cloud Engineer

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

2d•$116,000 - $138,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), we don’t just operate systems—we expand what space-based technologies and their supporting infrastructure can achieve. For nearly seven decades, SDL has delivered mission-critical solutions that protect national security and advance scientific discovery. Our work spans satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems, data processing, and autonomous systems, supporting some of the most important missions for the Intelligence Community and the Department of Defense. We are proud of our legacy—and even more excited about what’s next. If you enjoy tackling complex challenges, leading technical innovation, and contributing to next-generation space missions, we invite you to join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and mission-focused professionals. The Opportunity The SDL Strategic Military Space Division is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to support the development, integration, and sustainment of cloud-enabled satellite ground system solutions. This role is ideal for a technically strong engineer who thrives in hands-on implementation and enjoys translating cloud architecture designs into reliable, secure, and scalable operational systems. You will work closely with cloud architects, systems engineers, and program teams to deploy, integrate, test, and operate mission-critical cloud and information system capabilities. You will collaborate with a broad set of stakeholders—including customer Program Offices, internal engineering divisions, FFRDCs/UARCs, SETA personnel, and industry partners—to ensure cloud solutions meet operational, security, and performance requirements across the system lifecycle. The Strategic & Military Space Division delivers advanced satellite and sensor systems that support the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. Our division is a key component of national security, providing technological solutions and expert mission support. Become part of a team dedicated to making a tangible contribution to our nation’s defense capabilities. This is a non-remote position located in Logan, Utah.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience, master’s with 8+ years, or PhD with 4+ years (engineering or science discipline)
Hands-on experience with cloud technologies such as VPC, EC2, S3, EBS, EKS, Lambda, and RDS (or equivalent services)
Experience deploying cloud infrastructure using AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, Boto, or Azure Resource Manager
Experience migrating and integrating on-premises infrastructure with cloud-based environments
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, load balancing, firewalls)
Familiarity with cloud performance monitoring tools and operational best practices
AWS Solutions Architect – Associate certification required (Professional preferred); equivalent Azure certifications accepted
Ability to support technical analysis, prepare documentation, and contribute to briefings and reports
Proficiency with CI/CD and configuration management tools
Demonstrated ability to manage priorities, support multiple efforts, and deliver reliable technical solutions
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail with a proactive, team-oriented mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience working in Agile or iterative development environments
Experience supporting national security, Air Force, or space-domain ground systems
Familiarity with Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC)
Knowledge of satellite communications protocols and standards
Experience applying cybersecurity best practices in secure or mission-critical environments
Familiarity with satellite ground station equipment, including antennas and RF systems
Experience integrating cloud platforms with external systems or legacy ground infrastructure

Responsibilities

Implement, configure, and support secure cloud infrastructure for satellite ground systems
Deploy and integrate mission data services and processing pipelines
Deploy, configure, and secure containerized workloads using AWS EKS
Develop, maintain, and automate Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using modern cloud tooling
Configure and support cloud networking, connectivity, and system integrations
Assist with security hardening, compliance implementation, and accreditation activities
Deploy, configure, and support containerized workloads and platform services
Monitor system performance, reliability, and resource utilization; support optimization efforts
Support testing, validation, and system integration activities across development and operations
Provide operations, sustainment, and lifecycle support for cloud-enabled systems
Produce clear technical documentation and contribute to design reviews and technical discussions
Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and customers to deliver mission-ready solutions

Benefits

SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery.
Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense.
At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability.

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