Student: Engineering Assistant

Space Dynamics Laboratory • North Logan, UT • 1d ago

Job ID: S8339

Date Posted: June 4, 2026

At the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), we take pride in and highly value our employees. This position is an excellent fit for computer engineering or software engineering students to support hardware and software for various custom network and communication systems. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Assistant to join our team. Comprehensive training will be provided to help you support our team effectively. If you're eager to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment and further develop your technical abilities, we want to hear from you!

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:

Supports the development, monitoring, and troubleshooting of data pipelines and processes

Assists with development of automated hardware and software test procedures

Assists with assembly, test, and validation of electrical hardware

Creates and maintains documentation

Collaborates with hardware and software engineers on ongoing projects, actively participating in team meetings and contributes to assigned tasks

Supports testing, debugging, and issue resolution for hardware and software, documenting problems, and applying fixes

Proactively engages in learning new tools, technologies, and concepts to develop technical skills and contribute effectively

Required Qualifications:

Must be a Utah State University student pursuing a degree/certification in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field with a minimum of 3 years remaining in school

Candidates should have some familiarity in one or more of the following: reading and understanding electronic schematics, hardware and software test and troubleshooting procedures, computer networking, working with and programming FPGAs, and programming in Python, C, C++, and/or JavaScript

Must be able to work effectively; both independently and as a team member

Good communications skills, both written and verbal are essential

Must be able to work 15-20 hours per week during semesters and up to 40 hours per week during summers

The successful candidate must be able to obtain a DoW security clearance; eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship

Student Scholar Program: SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees to develop real-world experience and knowledge beyond the classroom through our Student Scholar Program. This program offers monthly technical workshops, outreach activities, and academic stipends to eligible student employees. All SDL student employees are invited to participate in the program to expand their professional network while supporting SDL's mission.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals 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.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

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

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