System Engineer

RedBeard Solutions; Colorado; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking a Systems Engineer in Boulder or Denver, CO. In this role, you will define system architectures, develop requirements, and support integration and testing for missile warning and tracking systems. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, along with an active Secret clearance. This position offers a chance to impact mission-critical satellite ground systems and requires up to 10% travel.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• 4+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree).
• Experience in systems engineering, integration, and testing.

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.

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