Experienced Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer

Job ID: 9473 | Date Posted: September 15, 2026

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a motivated mid‑level or senior‑level Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer to join the Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) team in Albuquerque, NM. The role supports SDL’s mission for the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force, and Air Force Research Laboratory by establishing and operating AI&T capabilities for small spacecraft, spacecraft payloads, and aeroshell vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Leads facility stand‑up and sustainment processes, including equipment, supplies, hardware, software, support equipment, and other resources required to support AI&T operations.
• Manages classified logistics, procurement, calibration, and hardware configuration control in accordance with program and facility requirements.
• Develops and maintains laboratory procedures, test plans, work instructions, Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs), Qualification Test (QT) documentation, and associated test reports.
• Supports SDL and AFRL Program Managers and lead systems engineers in technical management of projects, including technical risks, requirements, interfaces, configurations, and related systems‑engineering activities.
• Gathers system‑level requirements, evaluates design alternatives, performs systems analysis, and decomposes solutions into actionable engineering tasks.
• Develops AI&T plans to satisfy program and system requirements, including requirement verification approaches, assembly and test sequences, and incorporation of development units into the overall test strategy.
• Leads and performs activities for the assembly, integration, and testing (AI&T) of space hardware across software, hardware, thermal, structural, optical, electrical, and related domains.
• Executes tests, gathers artifacts, and generates requirement verification reports.
• Develops, maintains, and communicates regular program status reports for internal and external customers to monitor and report progress.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related science and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of systems‑engineering tools and analysis methods.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous experience leading teams of engineers and technicians.
• Experience writing and executing test plans and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, etc.
• Familiarity with test equipment, MGSE, and EGSE.
• Ability to work effectively both individually and within a team environment.
• Strong technical problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a system‑level perspective.
• Ability to make decisions independently and seek guidance as appropriate.
• Some travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience defining and documenting requirements.
• Experience with environmental test processes (thermal vacuum, vibration, EMI/EMC, etc.).
• Experience with optics system calibration and testing.
• Experience with MBSE tools and processes.
• Hands‑on experience with spaceflight article design, fabrication, and testing.
• Broad understanding of mechanical, electrical, electronic, software, and optical systems; astrodynamics, navigation, propulsion, or guidance.
• Experience with schedules and requirement tracking.
• Experience leading small teams and coordinating with others to solve challenging problems.

Pay

Salary range: $160,000 – $220,000. Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and individual qualifications.

Benefits

SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Details are available on the SDL Benefits Page.