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# Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Blueprint School Network, Inc.
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $176,000.0 - $225,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Software Documentation, Network Interface Controllers, Automation of Marketing, Radio-Frequency Identification, Systems Integration, Cloud Platform System
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://spacedynamicslaboratory.applytojob.com/apply/RbnWrWz7K3/Experienced-Multidisciplinary-Systems-Engineer?source=GS

## About the Role

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer to develop, integrate, and test satellite ground system solutions. 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 senior position is ideal for candidates with deep systems engineering expertise, strong leadership and communication skills, and a proven ability to guide multi-disciplinary teams, resolve cross-cutting technical challenges, and drive successful program outcomes in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment., * 18+ years of applicable experience with a bachelor's degree, or 16+ years with a master's degree, or 12+ years with a PhD

 * Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
 * Recognized systems engineering expert with broad knowledge across mechanical, electrical, thermal, optical, software, controls, and other engineering disciplines
 * Demonstrated ability to lead and provide technical oversight for complex, high-risk engineering programs
 * Demonstrated ability to apply strong analytical and systems-thinking skills to solve technical, cost, and schedule challenges
 * Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively under pressure and maintain customer confidence in complex technical and programmatic environments
 * Mastery of systems engineering processes including requirements development, verification, risk management, interface control, configuration management, trade studies, and integration of agile development practices
 * Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to advise program managers, influence interdisciplinary teams, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
 * Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain technical baselines, produce high-quality engineering documentation, and provide accurate cost and schedule inputs
 * Experience with satellite and ground systems
 * Ability to travel as required

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with national security Air Force, and Space Force, space and ground systems
 * Experience with Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC)
 * Experience with mission planning for government programs
 * Knowledge of satellite communication protocols and standards
 * Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices related to satellite operations
 * Experience with satellite ground station equipment and connectivity, including antennas and RF systems
 * Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and their integration with ground systems, Are you 18 years or older?*
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Please select the option below that best describes your years of relevant experience and highest education level.*
How many years of relevant experience do you have?*
Do you currently hold an active U.S. Government security clearance? If so, what level?*
Are you willing and able to travel as required?*
This position is available to support onsite work from one of the following locations: North Logan, UT; Albuquerque, NM, Colorado Springs, CO. Please select which location(s) you would prefer to be located (please note, there is no need to submit more than one application to be considered in more than one location if you mark your preferences below.)* North Logan, UTAlbuquerque, NMColorado Springs, CONone of the above
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## Description

* Provides systems engineering expertise and technical guidance to management, program managers, and customers regarding project feasibility, technical approaches, requirements, risks, and system impacts
 * Manages cross-functional engineering coordination across software, hardware, and support teams to ensure technical alignment, schedule execution, and compliance with program requirements
 * Manages system engineering activities including requirements development, system design and analysis, hardware and software integration, maintenance of technical baselines and program documentation, and verification and test
 * Proactively identifies technical and programmatic risks and develops robust mitigation and contingency strategies
 * Evaluates vendor and subcontractor capabilities to ensure delivered products and services satisfy system-level requirements
 * Supports proposal and business development activities through technical leadership, customer engagement, and coordination of engineering inputs.
 * Works directly with the Government Customer daily


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