Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

7d•$90,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a motivated mid-level Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer. The successful candidate will play a key role in defining system architecture, coordinating interdisciplinary engineering efforts, managing requirements, risks, interfaces, and configurations, and ensuring cohesive technical execution across multiple teams. This mid-level role is ideal for candidates with a broad technical foundation across multiple engineering disciplines, strong analytical and communication skills, and a desire to contribute to team-based problem-solving in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. 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.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance
BS in engineering or related science and 4-10 years of relevant experience or a MS and 2-8 years of relevant experience
Basic knowledge of multiple fields: mechanical, electrical, thermal, optical, software, controls, astrodynamics, navigation, propulsion, or guidance
Experience with requirements development, decomposition, traceability, and verification
Experience with system architecture, interface definition and management, trade studies, risk management, and configuration management
Knowledge of system engineering tools and analysis methods
Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical concepts clearly
Ability to work effectively both individually and within a team environment
Ability to travel as required

Nice To Haves

Existing TS/SCI clearance
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and processes.
Experience supporting technical planning, cost, or schedule development
Experience with small satellite programs including risk mitigations, hardware development, and testing
Understanding of the space environment

Responsibilities

Performs systems engineering activities throughout the system lifecycle, including requirements development, design, integration, verification, validation, and test
Gathers and analyzes system-level requirements, evaluate design alternatives, perform systems analyses, and decompose solutions into actionable engineering requirements and tasks
Develops and maintains system architecture, interfaces, requirements, and technical baselines
Develops verification approaches and maintains requirements traceability to ensure requirements are satisfied and verified
Identifies, tracks, and supports mitigation of technical risks and issues
Creates and maintains programmatic and technical documentation required for effective planning, execution, and technical reviews
Supports system integration, test planning, and execution
Communicate technical recommendations, status, issues, and risks to engineering teams, program leadership, customers, and other stakeholders
Participates in technical reviews and contributes to resolution of cross-disciplinary technical issues