Systems Integration Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Systems Integration Engineer jobs in Colorado concentrate in aerospace and defense, advanced manufacturing, and telecommunications, with the Front Range corridor anchoring the strongest hiring activity in the country. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder draw the most consistent demand, where established employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and Northrop Grumman maintain significant engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties include avionics integration, embedded systems, and network infrastructure integration. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Systems Integration & Verification Engineer - Mid
Level: Senior | Location: Longmont | Salary: $90,000 - $115,00 | Clearance: Secret
Caribou Thunder is seeking a skilled Systems Integration & Verification Engineer to support the development, integration, verification, and deployment of complex satellite and ground-based mission systems. This position works alongside software developers and integration engineers to ensure mission-critical software and hardware components function reliably and meet established system requirements. The successful candidate will contribute across the Integration and Verification (I&V) lifecycle, including test planning, automated testing, software integration, troubleshooting, and validation. Supported systems may include satellite command and control software, payload sensor management applications, mission-specific software, and ground hardware and network control systems.
A Day in the Life – What You’ll Do
Develop test plans, test objectives, scenarios, and procedures to support software and system integration activities.
Perform integration, verification, and validation activities throughout the I&V lifecycle.
Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, and integration teams to design, code, integrate, test, and deploy complex mission systems.
Contribute to detailed software design, development of new software functionality, and troubleshooting and correction of software defects.
Support unit testing and automate unit test processes where practical to improve software quality and test efficiency.
Generate test code and execute automated testing using tools such as Selenium and Sikuli.
Develop and execute integration tests for satellite command and control software, payload sensor management applications, mission-specific software, and ground hardware and network control systems.
Work with requirements management and systems engineering tools such as DOORS and/or Cameo to support requirements traceability and verification.
Apply C++ programming skills and work with supporting technologies such as Boost and Qt.
Utilize Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) to support software and network management integration activities.
Support CI/CD workflows using Jenkins and contribute to software delivery in DevOps environments.
Develop and deliver software capabilities that satisfy requirements for complex systems.
Work in Linux-based development and integration environments.
Apply scripting skills, including DXL, to support automation, requirements management, and testing activities.
Leverage operational experience to understand mission workflows, system behavior, and customer requirements.
Support OPIR-related software integration and testing activities as applicable.
Required Qualifications
Experience supporting software integration, testing, verification, and validation activities for complex systems.
Experience developing test plans, test objectives, scenarios, and procedures.
Experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium and/or Sikuli.
Experience with C++ in a software development or integration environment.
Familiarity with Linux operating environments.
Experience with requirements management and systems engineering tools such as DOORS and/or Cameo.
Experience supporting unit testing, integration testing, and software defect resolution.
Experience with software requirements development, implementation, and verification.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or experience working in a DevOps environment.
Scripting experience, including DXL or comparable automation scripting languages.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and technical communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with software developers, integration engineers, and multidisciplinary technical teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting satellite command and control systems or satellite payload sensor management software.
OPIR program experience or exposure.
Prior experience as a satellite or mission systems operator.
Familiarity with the Boost and Qt C++ libraries and frameworks.
Experience with Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).
Experience generating code for automated testing and expanding automated unit test coverage.
Experience supporting ground hardware, network control software, or mission-specific applications.
Experience working across the full software development and Integration and Verification lifecycle.
Who is Caribou Thunder?
Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners. 35+ states and 20+ countries. We’ve delivered trusted solutions for over two decades — strengthening national readiness across missions on land, undersea, in the air, and throughout LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space.
Why Caribou Thunder?
TEAM THUNDER — Mission Focused. Delivery Proven. Ready to Serve.
Employee Advocacy Mission Proven Global Reach Skilled Teams Modern Tools Empowering Culture
Our engineers and innovators ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier — delivering on time, maintaining compliance, and performing with precision in high-consequence environments.
We specialize in Engineering Services, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Modeling & Simulation, Digital Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence — disciplines powering the nation’s most complex technical missions.
Employee Advocacy + Benefits
Our people are the heart of Caribou Thunder. We invest in their growth, flexibility, and well-being — knowing their success drives ours.
Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with 6% Company Match
Flexible PTO & Work Schedule
Your future, your flexibility, your well-being — we invest in you.
Apply and let’s connect.
Education & Certification Reimbursement
Support for Military Leave
Work–Life Balance & Traditional Family Values
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Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Systems Integration Engineer Job Market in Colorado
A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin10

- Sierra Space6

- Kratos Defense2

- CRUSOE1

- SciTec1

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in systems integration engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or systems engineering required
- Proficiency in systems integration testing methodologies and verification and validation processes
- Experience with MIL-STD or DO-178 standards preferred for Colorado defense and aerospace roles
- Active or eligible DoD security clearance for positions with Colorado defense contractors
- Hands-on experience with hardware-software interface design and lab integration environments
- Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Git, DOORS, or equivalent platforms
Systems Integration Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a systems integration engineer in Colorado?
Most systems integration engineer positions in Colorado require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, systems engineering, or a closely related technical field. Colorado does not require a state-issued license specific to this role. However, many employers in the state's defense and aerospace sectors expect candidates to hold or be eligible to obtain a federal security clearance, and professional certifications such as INCOSE's Certified Systems Engineering Professional credential strengthen a candidate's profile considerably.
Which companies hire systems integration engineers in Colorado?
Employers hiring systems integration engineers in Colorado right now include Lockheed Martin, Sierra Space, and Kratos Defense, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's deep concentration of defense primes, aerospace manufacturers, and telecommunications firms means hiring is sustained year-round rather than project-driven.
Which Colorado cities have the most systems integration engineer jobs?
Littleton, Centennial, and Colorado Springs account for the largest share of systems integration engineer openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market through its dense technology and telecommunications industry base, Colorado Springs draws heavily from the military installations and defense contractors clustered along the southern Front Range, and Boulder's established aerospace and research corridors keep a steady pipeline of integration roles open.
Are there remote systems integration engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're limited, because systems integration engineering frequently requires hands-on lab work, hardware testing, and on-site verification activities that cannot be done remotely. About 17% of systems integration engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the remote share concentrated in roles focused on software integration, systems architecture, or program management rather than physical hardware integration.
How can I get hired as a systems integration engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior systems engineer or integration test engineer role with one of Colorado's large defense or aerospace employers, many of whom recruit directly from Colorado State University, the University of Colorado campuses, and the Colorado School of Mines. Lockheed Martin and Raytheon Technologies both run structured new-graduate engineering development programs in Colorado. Lateral moves from adjacent roles such as quality assurance engineer, test technician, or network engineer also open the door, particularly when paired with an INCOSE membership or a relevant internship.
Where can I find and apply to systems integration engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to systems integration engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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