Mid-Level Systems Engineer

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

20h•$120,000 - $177,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team and contribute to groundbreaking innovations in national security and advanced technology! We are seeking a mid-level Systems Engineer to join our C4ISR Systems Division, within the Cyber Technologies and Modernization (CTM) branch, and support our Re-Engineering, System Engineering, and Test (RESET) services. This position is based in North Logan, Utah, and offers the opportunity to work alongside a talented team developing and advancing mission-critical systems. The Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Systems Division delivers mission-critical solutions, specializing in cyber operations, information architecture, strategic deterrence, and ISR. Our division’s commitment to innovation and security enables us to provide critical solutions across defense, intelligence, and national security. Join our team and contribute to the next generation of defense technologies.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or related), and 10-15 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and 8-13 years of relevant experience, or a PhD and 4-9 years of relevant experience
Proficiency with the systems engineering V‑Model including decomposition, integration, verification, and validation
Experience developing and decomposing requirements including definition, flow‑down, implementation, and traceability
Hands‑on experience with requirements verification using test, analysis, demonstration, and inspection
Broad interdisciplinary engineering knowledge across electrical, mechanical, software, and firmware domains
Familiarity with military and aerospace standards including environmental qualification (MIL‑STD‑810) and EMI/EMC compliance (MIL‑STD‑461)
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to assess technical, cost, and schedule risks
Ability to lead and communicate effectively with interdisciplinary technical teams during proposal, design, and execution of small‑ to mid‑sized programs, including mentoring junior engineers
Ability to present complex technical concepts clearly and confidently to internal and external customers, including handling challenging questions with composure and expertise
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and a system‑level perspective

Nice To Haves

Technical degree in electrical or computer engineering or a closely related field
Hands‑on experience with circuit card design and manufacturing including schematic capture, layout, and production support
Experience designing ruggedized assemblies with 5+ years in electrical and/or mechanical development for harsh environments
Experience supporting fielded military systems including troubleshooting, sustainment, and lifecycle considerations
Practical experience qualifying and certifying hardware to military environmental and EMI/EMC standards (MIL‑STD‑810 and MIL‑STD‑461)
Familiarity with advanced systems engineering tools like requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS or Jama) or MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo with SysML)

Responsibilities

Leads major design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) and helps to shape system direction and technical decisions
Develops and manages system requirements, ensuring clear flow‑down, traceability, and high‑quality engineering documentation
Coordinates cross‑discipline engineering across software, hardware, electrical, mechanical, and other teams to drive cohesive system design and verification
Defines and maintains system interfaces so teams stay aligned and integration runs smoothly
Owns the Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP) and supports configuration management to keep the program technically organized and controlled
Identifies and manages risks and opportunities that influence system performance, schedule, and mission success
Supports technical planning and execution for design, integration, and formal testing activities across the program lifecycle
Performs systems analysis to evaluate design options, break down complex problems, and guide engineering decisions
Develops mission CONOPS and provide technical insight and recommendations to the Program Manager