Senior System Engineer

Red Canyon Engineering & Software
Aurora, CO

Overview

We’re hiring a Senior Systems Engineer to support a space weather satellite mission operations program, focused on designing and integrating mission-critical systems. This role combines satellite operations, command & control systems, and hybrid cloud infrastructure, supporting secure, scalable solutions for real-world space missions.


What You’ll Do

  • Design and integrate command & control (C2) and mission management systems for satellite operations
  • Architect and support hybrid cloud environments (on-prem + cloud) for mission-critical applications
  • Execute across the full systems engineering lifecycle (requirements, design, integration, verification, operations)
  • Ensure secure deployment of applications in compliance-driven environments
  • Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (software, cyber, network, operations)
  • Implement automation and orchestration solutions to improve system performance and reliability
  • Support networking and data management architectures across distributed systems
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex system-level issues impacting mission operations


Basic Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in Systems Engineering
  • Experience supporting satellite operations or space-based systems
  • Strong background in command & control systems and mission operations environments
  • Hands-on experience with hybrid cloud infrastructures (on-prem + AWS/Azure/GovCloud)
  • Solid understanding of networking (secure architectures, routing/switching), systems integration, and data management
  • Experience with automation/orchestration tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Kubernetes)
  • Experience deploying and supporting mission-critical applications in secure environments


Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with space system protocols and satellite communications
  • Experience in DoD, aerospace, or classified environments
  • Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST and ITAR
  • Exposure to DevSecOps practices in regulated environments


Why This Role

  • Direct impact on space-based mission operations and national security initiatives
  • Opportunity to work at the intersection of traditional systems engineering and modern cloud infrastructure
  • Collaborative, high-visibility environment supporting cutting-edge space programs

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