Systems Engineer (Mid-Level)

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Relative Dynamics is a subcontractor supporting USGS Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center. In this role, you will be employed by Relative Dynamics and assigned to work on projects in support of USGS Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center.


Relative Dynamics is seeking a Mid-Level System Engineer in Sioux Falls, SD, to support the USGS Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center. This is a full-time, onsite role that requires regular in person interaction with team members, scientists, and mission partners. This role is not eligible for remote work. This team, in collaboration with NASA and the Landsat project, specializes in remote sensing and provides over fifty years of satellite imagery data to global users and science organizations.


What You'll Get to Do:

• Work on meaningful projects that support Earth science and sustainability

• Collaborate with experienced engineers and mentors who are passionate about innovation

• Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies in Satellite Communications and system development

• Be part of a team that values curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning

• Provides hardware engineering support and maintenance for all ground station radio frequency (RF) equipment. This includes supporting the procurement, deployment/integration, troubleshooting and repair of RF equipment.

• Provides Satellite Communications systems engineering support to develop ground based systems in accordance with mission requirements. This includes the antenna(s), RF equipment and all associated ground station equipment.

• Communicate and coordinate activities and technical status with the Systems Engineer, Software Engineers, Operators and other Project team members, as appropriate

• Conduct systems engineering activities in accordance with an established Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP)

• Support decomposing operations concepts into detailed requirements

• Support developing and implementing requirements

• Support defining and documenting interface definitions

• Conduct architecture and trade study analysis

• Execute formal integration testing and analysis

• Support the integration activities at remote partner locations

• Ensure all system activities are conducted in accordance with standards and best practices

• Submit, analyze, and manage configuration change requests in accordance with Configuration Management (CM) processes

What You'll Need:

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Satellite Communications/Systems Engineering, or related field.

• Former job experience of 4-6 years in Satellite Communications Engineering or equivalent is required for this position. Experience in satellite ground systems or Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communications is a plus.

• US Citizenship is required due to ITAR requirements

• Three years of continuous residency in the U.S. for issuance of a Government Security credential

• Ability to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation for facility access

Required Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

• Knowledge of the Systems Engineering and Project Life Cycle

• Experience in working with RF equipment including antenna, demodulators, receivers, upconverters, station controllers and basic diagnostic equipment such as spectrum analyzers.

• Experience in anomaly investigations or troubleshooting activities

• Ability to read and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams

Desired Qualifications

• Requirements generation experience

• Integration and Test experience

Who You Are:

• A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment

• A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge

• A reliable worker who knows the importance of showing up when it counts

• Accept assignments with open cooperative positive and team-oriented attitudes

• Able to plan and execute plans across teams

• Effective communicator both written and verbal

What You'll Enjoy:

• Competitive wage and benefits package

• Medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance

• Vacation and paid holidays

• Tuition reimbursement

• 401k with company match

• Employee referral program

• Community involvement investing and giving back to the community

Relative Dynamics conducts a comprehensive background check that includes drug testing. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.