Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

7d•$110,000 - $175,000

About The Position

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a motivated Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer. The successful candidate will play a key role in defining system architectures, coordinating interdisciplinary engineering efforts, managing requirements, risks, interfaces, and configurations, and ensuring cohesive technical execution across multiple teams. This 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
Bachelor’s in engineering or related science and 8-15 years of relevant experience or a master’s and 6-13 years of relevant experience
Strong working knowledge of systems engineering processes across the system lifecycle
Demonstrated experience with requirements development and verification, system architecture, interface management, risk management, configuration management, and trade studies
Ability to evaluate technical alternatives and understand their impacts on system performance, cost, schedule, risk, and implementation
Proficiency with systems engineering tools and analysis methods
Ability to provide technical direction and influence engineering teams without requiring direct supervisory authority
Experience supporting technical planning, cost estimating, and schedule development
Strong organization and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple technical priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams
Ability to travel as required

Nice To Haves

Existing TS/SCI clearance
Experience implementing Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and processes
Experience leading small- to medium-sized multidisciplinary engineering teams or technical efforts
Experience with small satellite programs including risk mitigations, hardware development, and testing
Understanding of the space environment

Responsibilities

Leads or independently executes systems engineering activities throughout the system lifecycle, including requirements development, architecture, design, integration, verification, validation, and test
Identifies and manages technical risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies
Creates and maintains programmatic and technical documentation required for effective planning, execution, and technical reviews
Coordinates engineering activities to ensure technical deliverables satisfy requirements and remain aligned with program objectives
Provides systems engineering oversight of design, integration, verification, and test activities
Advises Program Managers and engineering leadership on technical requirements, system impacts, risks, alternatives, and execution considerations
Serves as a technical interface with customers, stakeholders, vendors, and subcontractors as appropriate
Leads portions of technical reviews and support proposal and planning activities
Provides technical guidance and mentoring to less-experienced engineers
Supports technical planning by providing inputs to program cost, schedule, staffing, and resource estimates