Software Systems Engineer

USU RESEARCH FOUNDATION • North Logan, UT • 3d ago

Job ID: 9003

Date Posted: July 31, 2026

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Software Systems Engineer to develop, integrate, and test satellite ground system solutions.The successful candidate will play a key role in defining ground system architecture, coordinating interdisciplinary engineering efforts, managing requirements, risks, interfaces, and configurations, and ensuring cohesive technical execution across multiple teams. This mid to senior-level position is ideal for candidates with a technical foundation in software development paired with systems engineering expertise, strong analytical and communication skills, and a proven ability to guide multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

The Strategic and Military Space Division delivers advanced satellite sensors and ground 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 cross-functional coordination across software, hardware, and support teams, manage ground integration and interfaces, and ensure technical alignment, schedule execution, and compliance with program requirements

Defines subsystem architecture and interfaces, allocate functional responsibilities, support solution development and deployment, and ensure seamless integration across the ground system through effective communication and attention to detail

Provides independent assessment, analysis, and technical recommendations to support system compatibility and integration with external space and ground interfaces

Supports requirements development and verification, CONOPS and operational procedure development, and rehearsal and mission readiness documentation and activities

Creates and maintains programmatic and technical documentation to support reviews and milestone events

Supports Program Manager and Lead Systems Engineer by identifying and mitigating risks and communicating status and resource needs

Directs support of the government customer that involves regular interaction and a high level of professionalism

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related technical field (e.g., software engineering, systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or related science) and 10+ years of relevant experience

Must be a US citizen and eligible for a DoW Top Secret Security Clearance

Experience in software development using programming languages, technologies and tools including C#, C++ or Python

Experience with architecting, implementing or integrating multiple enterprise software applications into cloud and/or hardware hosted environments

Ability to mentor junior engineers and foster collaboration across cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, test engineering, and scientists

Experience with managing risks, interfaces, configurations on medium-complexity programs

Proficiency in developing and creating system documentation such as specifications, ICDs, system architecture documents, and block/sequence diagrams

Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail, while maintaining a system-level perspective and managing multiple priorities

Capable of presenting technical concepts in design reviews to technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with satellite ground system components, such as satellite command and control, communications, or mission planning systems

Hold an active DoW Top Secret Security Clearance and be SAP eligible

*Salary Range

$119,000 - $178,00 0

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EOE including Disability and Vet

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