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The successful candidate will play a key role in defining ground system architectures, 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.\nThe Strategic & Military Space Division delivers advanced satellite, sensor 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.\nThis position is in Logan, UT\nKey Responsibilities:\nLeads 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\nDefines 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\nProvides independent assessment, analysis, and technical recommendations to support system compatibility and integration with external space and ground interfaces\nSupports requirements development and verification, CONOPS and operational procedure development, and rehearsal and mission readiness documentation and activities\nCreates and maintains programmatic and technical documentation to support reviews and milestone events\nSupports Program Manager and Lead Systems Engineer by identifying and mitigating risks, and communicating status and resource needs\nDirectly supports the government customer that involves regular interaction and a high level of professionalism\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelors degree in a related technical field (e.g., software engineering, systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or related science) and 10+ years of relevant experience\nMust be a US citizen and eligible for a DoW Top Secret Security Clearance\nExperience in software development using programming languages, technologies and tools including C#, C++ or Python\nExperience with architecting, implementing or integrating multiple enterprise software applications into cloud and/or hardware hosted environments\nAbility to mentor junior engineers and foster collaboration across cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, test engineering, and scientists\nExperience with managing risks, interfaces, configurations on medium-complexity programs\nProficiency in developing and creating system documentation such as specifications, ICDs, system architecture documents, and block/sequence diagrams\nStrong technical problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail, while maintaining a system-level perspective and managing multiple priorities\nCapable of presenting technical concepts in design reviews to technical and non-technical audiences\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience with satellite ground system components, such as satellite command and control, communications, or mission planning systems\nHold an active DoW Top Secret Security Clearance and be SAP eligible\nSalary Range\n$119,000- $177,000Salary commensurate based on education and experience\n\nThis 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.\nWhy Join SDL?\nSDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.\nAt 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. 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