System Engineer

RedBeard Solutions; Colorado; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Systems Engineer in Boulder or Denver, CO, to support next-generation satellite ground operations. The role involves developing system architectures, supporting integration, and ensuring reliable performance in mission-critical programs. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, active Secret clearance, and experience in systems engineering, integration, and testing. This position provides the chance to impact critical satellite and ground systems.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering, integration, and testing.
• Ability to collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage system requirements and specifications.
• Support integration and testing of advanced ground management systems.
• Troubleshoot system-level issues and conduct analysis.

Skills

Systems engineering

Integration and testing

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

I’m currently supporting a Systems Engineer opportunity based in Boulder or Denver, CO, supporting next-generation satellite ground operations and mission systems. This role plays a key part in missile warning and tracking ground management systems, working within a Systems Engineering Integration & Test environment.

In this position, you’ll contribute to defining system architectures, developing requirements, supporting integration and test activities, and ensuring reliable system performance across mission-critical programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage system requirements and specifications
• Work closely with system architects, engineers, and customers
• Support integration and testing of advanced ground management systems
• Troubleshoot system-level issues and conduct analysis
• Participate in the full engineering lifecycle
• Support operator interfaces and mission operations concepts
• Travel up to 10% as needed

Qualifications:

• Active Secret clearance required
• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree)
• Experience in systems engineering, integration, and testing
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on mission-critical satellite and ground systems