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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Sierra Space Careers:
At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.
Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.
Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.
We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.
About the Role
Functionally reporting to the Systems Engineering Department and deployed directly to a satellite program, you will oversee the electrical integration, harnessing, powering, and testing of spaceflight hardware. You will ensure that power, data, and RF subsystems interface flawlessly, manage the Electrical Interface Control Documents (EICDs), and guide the spacecraft safely from a collection of boards to a fully functional, integrated system ready for launch.About You
Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.
We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Responsibilities:
- Drive proactive electrical architecture decisions across the program
- Lead engineering team focused on cohesive electrical system and subsystem design
- Advise SV Lead and Chief Engineer on system-level impacts and risks related to electrical subsystems
- Manage electrical interfaces: Maintain and control Electrical Interface Control Documents (EICDs), pinout charts, and wiring schematics across all subsystems.
- Review, analyze and understand customer specification documents.
- Coordinate with customer, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
- Responsible for electrical interface management.
- Responsible for electrical signal channelization
- Produce and validate electrical system definition documentation such as the electrical diagram.
- Responsible for developing and managing the command/telemetry databases
- Leads electrical test definition and planning
- Leads electrical functional support to AI&T for electrical nonconformances.
- Responsible for ensuring electrical nonconformances are closed.
- Support integration, manufacturing, ground test, and flight operations, incorporating lessons learned into future designs.
- Continuously improve engineering workflows, design standards, and digital engineering capabilities as the team grows.
- Keep an open and innovative mindset to implement improvements in a continuous improvement spirit.
Scope of Responsibility
- Electrical System Design & Analysis
- Electrical Analysis & Compatibility
- Voltage Drop & Power Quality
- Signal Integrity Derating
- Electrical Integration
- EICD Collection
- Device Library
- Review Harness drawings
- Electromagnetic & RF Compatibility
- E3 (EMI/EMC)
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +8 yrs experience).
- Typically 10+ years of related experience (or Masters + 8 years of experience).
- Demonstrated expertise in Systems Engineering principles and practices, including a comprehensive understanding of the systems development lifecycle.
- Progressive experience across the system development lifecycle, including requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation.
- Progressive experience developing systems architecture and performing systems integration, verification, and validation (V&V) activities.
- Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with technical and specialty subject matter expert engineers to drive systems engineering products.
- An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- Extensive experience with Requirements Management and Model Based Systems Engineering tools and frameworks, such as DOORS, CAMEO EA, Rhapsody, Matlab, and SysML.
- Strong understanding of spacecraft systems, including hardware and software subsystems and components.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies including risk management and technical performance tracking.
- Strong understanding of technical baseline and configuration management.
- Proven experience in leading projects and mentoring junior and mid-level engineers.
- Experience or certification in INCOSE standards.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
Compensation:
Pay Range:
$143,700.00 - $197,608.50Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Elevate Your Career
At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.
We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.
Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.
Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
About Us
About Sierra Space
Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is a mission-proven Defense Tech company delivering satellite platforms, critical subsystems, reusable spaceplanes, hypersonic technologies, propulsion systems, and infrastructure for the nation’s most critical missions. With more than three decades of heritage and a record of flight-proven success in space, Sierra Space is trusted by U.S. National Security, Civil customers, and global allies. Our technologies safeguard our nation, sustain human exploration in space, and ensure the freedom of operations beyond Earth.
Sierra Space is defining the new era of Space Defense, strengthening deterrence today and preserving freedom of action for generations to come.
Sierra Space Careers:
At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.
Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.
Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.
We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.
About the Role
Functionally reporting to the Systems Engineering Department and deployed directly to a satellite program, you will oversee the electrical integration, harnessing, powering, and testing of spaceflight hardware. You will ensure that power, data, and RF subsystems interface flawlessly, manage the Electrical Interface Control Documents (EICDs), and guide the spacecraft safely from a collection of boards to a fully functional, integrated system ready for launch.About You
Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.
We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Responsibilities:
- Drive proactive electrical architecture decisions across the program
- Lead engineering team focused on cohesive electrical system and subsystem design
- Advise SV Lead and Chief Engineer on system-level impacts and risks related to electrical subsystems
- Manage electrical interfaces: Maintain and control Electrical Interface Control Documents (EICDs), pinout charts, and wiring schematics across all subsystems.
- Review, analyze and understand customer specification documents.
- Coordinate with customer, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
- Responsible for electrical interface management.
- Responsible for electrical signal channelization
- Produce and validate electrical system definition documentation such as the electrical diagram.
- Responsible for developing and managing the command/telemetry databases
- Leads electrical test definition and planning
- Leads electrical functional support to AI&T for electrical nonconformances.
- Responsible for ensuring electrical nonconformances are closed.
- Support integration, manufacturing, ground test, and flight operations, incorporating lessons learned into future designs.
- Continuously improve engineering workflows, design standards, and digital engineering capabilities as the team grows.
- Keep an open and innovative mindset to implement improvements in a continuous improvement spirit.
Scope of Responsibility
- Electrical System Design & Analysis
- Electrical Analysis & Compatibility
- Voltage Drop & Power Quality
- Signal Integrity Derating
- Electrical Integration
- EICD Collection
- Device Library
- Review Harness drawings
- Electromagnetic & RF Compatibility
- E3 (EMI/EMC)
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +8 yrs experience).
- Typically 10+ years of related experience (or Masters + 8 years of experience).
- Demonstrated expertise in Systems Engineering principles and practices, including a comprehensive understanding of the systems development lifecycle.
- Progressive experience across the system development lifecycle, including requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation.
- Progressive experience developing systems architecture and performing systems integration, verification, and validation (V&V) activities.
- Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with technical and specialty subject matter expert engineers to drive systems engineering products.
- An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- Extensive experience with Requirements Management and Model Based Systems Engineering tools and frameworks, such as DOORS, CAMEO EA, Rhapsody, Matlab, and SysML.
- Strong understanding of spacecraft systems, including hardware and software subsystems and components.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies including risk management and technical performance tracking.
- Strong understanding of technical baseline and configuration management.
- Proven experience in leading projects and mentoring junior and mid-level engineers.
- Experience or certification in INCOSE standards.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
Compensation:
Pay Range:
$143,700.00 - $197,608.50Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Elevate Your Career
At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.
We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.
Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.
Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
About Us
About Sierra Space
Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is a mission-proven Defense Tech company delivering satellite platforms, critical subsystems, reusable spaceplanes, hypersonic technologies, propulsion systems, and infrastructure for the nation’s most critical missions. With more than three decades of heritage and a record of flight-proven success in space, Sierra Space is trusted by U.S. National Security, Civil customers, and global allies. Our technologies safeguard our nation, sustain human exploration in space, and ensure the freedom of operations beyond Earth.
Sierra Space is defining the new era of Space Defense, strengthening deterrence today and preserving freedom of action for generations to come.
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Systems Integration Engineer Job Market in Colorado
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin10
- Sierra Space5
- Flagship Pioneering2
- CRUSOE1
- Hydrapak1
Top Industries Hiring
- Science & Research
- 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 Flagship Pioneering, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 Denver 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 25% of systems integration engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 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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