U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain a government security clearance
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science with 8+ years of experience, or a master's degree with 6+ years
Strong knowledge of systems engineering processes throughout the lifecycle
Experience in requirements development, system architecture, and risk management
Proficiency in systems engineering tools and analysis methods
Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to manage multiple technical priorities effectively
Responsibilities
Leads systems engineering activities across the system lifecycle
Identifies and mitigates technical risks
Creates and maintains essential programmatic and technical documentation
Coordinates engineering activities to meet program objectives
Provides oversight for design, integration, and testing activities
Advises leadership on technical requirements and risks
Acts as a technical interface with customers and stakeholders
Benefits
Opportunity to contribute to national security initiatives
Dynamic, mission-driven work environment
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Potential for professional growth and mentorship opportunities
Engagement in advanced satellite and sensor systems development
Full Job Description
Job ID: 10238 Date Posted: November 13, 2026
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.
Key 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 develops 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
Required Qualifications:
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 science and 8+ years of relevant experience or a master's degree and 6+ 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
Preferred Qualifications:
Active 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
Salary Range:
$115,000 - $180,000
This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidate's preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.
About Utah State University
Utah State University (USU) is a public land-grant research university in Logan, Utah. It is the flagship institution of the Utah State University System. USU offers programs in agriculture, engineering, business, economics, natural resources, and other fields. The university has about 17,000 students and 1,500 faculty members. USU is known for its research in agriculture, ecology, and engineering. The university has a large campus with many research facilities and a strong athletic program.
