Project Engineer - Space Dynamics Laboratory

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) Geospace group is seeking applicants for a Project Engineer who will be responsible for the development, preparation, and maintenance of project planning. Our group supports numerous complex engineering and scientific experiments to study the Earth’s ionosphere and its impact on defense-related systems. We lead the designing, building, testing, and deployment of ionospheric sensors. Additionally, we participate in the data collection and analysis of data. In this position, applicants will be responsible for personnel and system scheduling and sensor audits. Candidates should possess familiarity in the following areas: ionospheric instrumentation, radar signal propagation, sensor installation, and deployment coordination. This position is part-time (10 – 20 hours per week) and is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identifies and tracks existing systems
• Forecasts and plans for the development of new systems
• Works closely with other engineers and scientists to plan and schedule deployments and experiments
• Coordinates specifications for the purchase of goods and services
• Identifies and implements process improvements
• Interfaces with Design, Manufacturing, and Test Engineering to improve design and procedures
• Interfaces with subcontractors and customers to resolve quality problems
• Understands and addresses customer analytical needs and issues, usually by direct interface
• Frequent customer communication and interaction
• Works with program personnel to define, assess, and analyze mission requirements and identifies impacts to the customer

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
• Knowledge of ionospheric instrumentation
• Ability to communicate clearly both written and verbally
• Ability to make decisions in a timely manner, often under tight and changing deadlines

• Familiarity with atmospheric or ionospheric measurement techniques
• Experience with building and testing instrument hardware
• Experience with planning and deploying sensors
• Experience coordinating with engineers and scientists to plan and schedule experiments
• Knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Confluence, Jira)

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) has been developing innovative technologies and solutions for cutting-edge DoD and intelligence programs for over six decades. Our expertise is in space and airborne IR, VIS, UV, and RF sensors, small satellite technologies, test and calibration, cybersecurity, data visualization and assurance, and ground stations.

At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and fantastic benefits, including:

• Flexible work schedules that fit your style—every Friday off, every other Friday off, or simply traditional hours
• Generous paid leisure and sick leave, ensuring you never miss a special event
• Favorable company locations with average commute times of less than 15 minutes
• High-quality, low-cost health, dental, and life insurance
• A 14.2% employer retirement contribution into a 401(a) account—no matching required!
• Utah State University undergraduate tuition discounts of 50%, full reimbursement for graduate tuition, and free course audits for employees and dependents meeting eligibility requirements
• A great, highly educated team that works together to solve some of the most fascinating problems on (and off) our planet
• We are a growing company that maintains both a family feel and high retention rate with high job satisfaction
• Relocation assistance available for most positions

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

EOE including Disability and Vet

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