Experienced Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer to develop, integrate, and test satellite ground system solutions. The successful candidate will define ground system architectures, coordinate interdisciplinary engineering efforts, manage requirements, risks, interfaces, and configurations, and ensure cohesive technical execution across multiple teams. This position is ideal for candidates with deep systems engineering expertise, strong leadership and communication skills, and a proven ability to guide multi‑disciplinary teams, resolve cross‑cutting technical challenges, and drive successful program outcomes in a fast‑paced, mission‑focused 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.

• Supports Program Manager and Lead Systems Engineer in technical management of projects through tracking, risks, requirements, interfaces, configurations, and related tasks.
• Provides direct support to the government customer involving daily interaction and a high level of professionalism.
• Has technical responsibility for planning and conducting technical projects or phases of projects.
• Designs and coordinates complex systems that involve interdisciplinary engineering such as software, hardware, thermal, structural, optical, and electrical.
• Defines and develops interfaces between development teams.
• Ensures common understanding between teams throughout development and coordinates the work of many engineers, each an expert in one part of a system.
• Gathers all necessary information about what is needed in a system, selects several possible design approaches, and uses systems analysis to break down solutions into smaller parts.
• Creates and maintains programmatic and technical documentation to ensure efficient planning and execution.
• Mitigates risks while ensuring requirements are satisfied and verified.
• Coordinates system development tasks to include design, integration, and formal testing.
• Develops mission CONOPS, maneuvers, and uses.
• Advises Program Manager on technical requirements on a program.
• Provides technical oversight of contractor requirements and development efforts.
• Provides input to overall design, test, and systems engineering processes.
• Assess hardware and software designs for compliance with customer mission needs.

• Must be a US citizen and have an active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance and be SAP eligible.
• BS degree in a related technical field (e.g., aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related science with coursework in space engineering) and 10‑15 years of relevant experience, or MS degree with 8‑13 years, or PhD with 4‑9 years.
• Proficiency in providing technical oversight and leadership as the Lead Systems Engineer on small‑to‑medium‑sized programs.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and foster collaboration across cross‑functional teams.
• Proficiency in managing risks, interfaces, and configurations on medium‑to‑large‑complexity programs.
• Experience developing and creating system documentation such as specifications, ICDs, and system architecture documents.
• Strong knowledge of trade studies and design analysis techniques.
• Experience establishing costs and schedules for engineering activities.
• Understanding of Mission Assurance and Project Management roles and responsibilities.
• Ability to present complex technical concepts clearly and succinctly, both verbally and in writing.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, stakeholders, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical problem‑solving and analytical skills with attention to detail while maintaining a system‑level perspective.
• Proven organization and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Must be able to travel occasionally.

• Experience with Agile methodologies to define requirements and develop systems.
• Experi…