Senior Systems Engineer

Red Canyon Engineering & Software • Aurora, CO

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About The Position

We’re hiring a Senior Systems Engineer to support a space weather satellite mission operations program, focused on designing and integrating mission-critical systems. This role combines satellite operations, command & control systems, and hybrid cloud infrastructure, supporting secure, scalable solutions for real-world space missions.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in Systems Engineering
• Experience supporting satellite operations or space-based systems
• Strong background in command & control systems and mission operations environments
• Hands-on experience with hybrid cloud infrastructures (on-prem + AWS/Azure/GovCloud)
• Solid understanding of networking (secure architectures, routing/switching), systems integration, and data management
• Experience with automation/orchestration tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Kubernetes)
• Experience deploying and supporting mission-critical applications in secure environments

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with space system protocols and satellite communications
• Experience in DoD, aerospace, or classified environments
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST and ITAR
• Exposure to DevSecOps practices in regulated environments

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate command & control (C2) and mission management systems for satellite operations
• Architect and support hybrid cloud environments (on-prem + cloud) for mission-critical applications
• Execute across the full systems engineering lifecycle (requirements, design, integration, verification, operations)
• Ensure secure deployment of applications in compliance-driven environments
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (software, cyber, network, operations)
• Implement automation and orchestration solutions to improve system performance and reliability
• Support networking and data management architectures across distributed systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system-level issues impacting mission operations

Benefits

• Direct impact on space-based mission operations and national security initiatives
• Opportunity to work at the intersection of traditional systems engineering and modern cloud infrastructure
• Collaborative, high-visibility environment supporting cutting-edge space programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed