Entry-Level Systems Engineer

Space Dynamics Laboratory • Ogden, UT • 15h ago

Job ID: 3968

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) C4ISR Systems Division is seeking an entry-level Systems Engineer. The selected individual will work on a UARC team supporting the United States Government acquisition for the Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) System and other Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) programs. Sentinel will be the nation's newest system providing strategic land-based nuclear deterrence. This position works closely with various government teams to enable collaboration in assessment of the prime contractor's current design, researching alternative approaches, and providing technical documentation to support decisions that align with defense industry's best practices, and sound systems engineering principles. SDL creates novel solutions that impact national defense in space, air, land, and sea. If you enjoy challenging design problems, then we want you to join our team.

This position will be in Ogden or Logan, UT. (Ogden is preferred with occasional travel to Logan.)

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.

Key Responsibilities:

To effectively perform the responsibilities listed below, you will need a basic understanding of systems engineering processes related to requirement analysis and decomposition, supporting various projects on a large DoD acquisition for a UARC.

Assists with decomposition of system level requirements to the lowest level of configured items

Works side-by-side with multiple engineering disciplines, within SDL as well as on the government and prime contractor teams

Helps ensure that all subsystems are designed to integrate across the system

Helps enable government ownership of the delivered baseline

Identifies and documents technical risk mitigation strategies

Supports the team in enabling government ownership of the delivered baseline by maintaining system documentation

Conducts requirement and design analysis, producing digital engineering artifacts using MBSE tools like Cameo Systems Modeler

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering related technical field (e.g., systems engineering, aerospace engineering, software engineering, electrical engineering)

2-5 years of relevant experience; entry-level candidates with internship or academic experience in systems engineering are encouraged to apply

Familiarity working with MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler or DOORS

Exposure to system documentation (e.g., Specifications, ICDs, System Architecture documents) through academic or internship experience

Experience working with cross-functional technical teams

Must possess strong team and interpersonal skills

Must possess effective oral and written communication skills

Awareness of system verification and validation planning processes

Basic knowledge of trade studies and design analysis techniques

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers

Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Must be able to travel on occasion

Preferred Qualifications:

1+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer

DoD program office experience

Master's degree in systems engineering or a related technical field

Active DoD SECRET clearance

Experience with Cameo System Modeler Software

*Salary Range

$76,000-$92,000

Salary commensurate based on education and relevant experience

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.

Why Join SDL?

*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page (https://www.sdl.usu.edu/careers/benefits/) to learn more about what we offer.

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

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