Space Dynamics Laboratory · 9 hours ago
Senior AWS Cloud Engineer
North Logan, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$116K/yr - $138K/yr
8+ years expSpace Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is dedicated to expanding the capabilities of space-based technologies and supporting national security. They are seeking a Senior AWS Cloud Engineer to develop, integrate, and sustain cloud-enabled satellite ground system solutions, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure operational, security, and performance requirements are met.
Non Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Implement, configure, and support secure cloud infrastructure for satellite ground systems
Deploy and integrate mission data services and processing pipelines
Deploy, configure, and secure containerized workloads using AWS EKSDevelop, maintain, and automate Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using modern cloud tooling
Configure and support cloud networking, connectivity, and system integrations
Assist with security hardening, compliance implementation, and accreditation activities
Deploy, configure, and support containerized workloads and platform services
Monitor system performance, reliability, and resource utilization; support optimization efforts
Support testing, validation, and system integration activities across development and operations
Provide operations, sustainment, and lifecycle support for cloud-enabled systems
Produce clear technical documentation and contribute to design reviews and technical discussions
Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and customers to deliver mission-ready solutions
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience, master's with 8+ years, or PhD with 4+ years (engineering or science discipline)
Hands-on experience with cloud technologies such as VPC, EC2, S3, EBS, EKS, Lambda, and RDS (or equivalent services)
Experience deploying cloud infrastructure using AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, Boto, or Azure Resource Manager
Experience migrating and integrating on-premises infrastructure with cloud-based environments
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, load balancing, firewalls)
Familiarity with cloud performance monitoring tools and operational best practices
AWS Solutions Architect – Associate certification required (Professional preferred); equivalent Azure certifications accepted
Ability to support technical analysis, prepare documentation, and contribute to briefings and reports
Proficiency with CI/CD and configuration management tools
Demonstrated ability to manage priorities, support multiple efforts, and deliver reliable technical solutions
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail with a proactive, team-oriented mindset
Preferred
Experience working in Agile or iterative development environments
Experience supporting national security, Air Force, or space-domain ground systems
Familiarity with Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC)
Knowledge of satellite communications protocols and standards
Experience applying cybersecurity best practices in secure or mission-critical environments
Familiarity with satellite ground station equipment, including antennas and RF systems
Experience integrating cloud platforms with external systems or legacy ground infrastructure
Benefits
SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
Company
Space Dynamics Laboratory
Space Dynamics Laboratory is served as a nonprofit unit of the utah state university research foundation.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Darin Partridge
C4ISR Systems Division Director
Jed Hancock
President
Recent News
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