Job ID: 10099
Date Posted: November 10, 2026
Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team, where you'll contribute to groundbreaking innovations! We are seeking applicants for an experienced Information Systems Engineer to join our MSB department in the C4ISR Division.
This position will be full-time onsite, non-remote in Stafford, VA.
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:
- Produces engineering artifacts, building blocks, and deliverables in compliance with SDL Information Systems Engineering Procedure
- Coordinates with others to meet product design goals
- Reviews and assists in enhancing current engineering processes
- Provides technical expertise on projects
- Serves as a peer reviewer for complex information systems designs
- Provides technical input on proposal efforts
Required Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
- Must meet one of the following highest level of education and years of relevant experience criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, or related engineering science and 10+ years of relevant experience
- Master’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience
- PhD and 4+ years of relevant experience
- Proficiency in design of platforms, networks, databases, clouds, or analytics environments
- Ability to research, prepare, and author presentations and reports
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively
- Ability to lead projects to a successful completion
- Proficiency in risk management
- Subject matter expert in information system engineering
- Ability to develop and maintain strong customer relationships
- Proven interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active SECRET clearance or eligible for Top Secret clearance
- Experience with Linux
- CompTIA Security+
- Experience with DoW Acquisition Lifecycle
- Familiarity with Risk Management Framework
- Experience with Digital Engineering tools (Cameo)
*Salary Range
- $132,000 - $180,000
- Salary commensurate 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 U.S. 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 to learn more about what we offer.
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.
Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, computer science, or related engineering science plus 10 or more years of relevant experience; or master's degree plus 8 or more years; or PhD plus 4 or more years
- Proficiency designing platforms, networks, databases, clouds, or analytics environments
- Ability to research, prepare, and author presentations and reports
- Ability to prioritize effectively
- Ability to lead projects to successful completion
- Proficiency in risk management
- Subject matter expertise in information systems engineering
- Ability to develop and maintain strong customer relationships
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Active Secret clearance or eligibility for Top Secret clearance
- Experience with Linux
- CompTIA Security+ certification
- Experience with the DoD Acquisition Lifecycle
- Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework
- Experience with Digital Engineering tools, including Cameo
What We Do
Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is a University Affiliated Research Center of Utah State University that provides mission engineering, research and development, independent analysis and testing, rapid prototyping and technology maturation. Its work spans science and space exploration, missile defense, sensors, data-processing and ground systems, cybersecurity, and small-satellite technologies, supporting military, government, scientific, and commercial missions across multiple domains and operational environments.
