AWS Cloud ArchitectEngineer

Job ID: 5797
Date Posted: December 16 2025

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an AWS Cloud Architect/Engineer to design and support implementation of secure systems and associated applications services and components. The selected candidate will follow SDLs rigorous Information Systems Engineering procedure which utilizes industry best practices and standards (TOGAF IEEE/ISO/IEC 42010 & 42020) to produce information systems designs. They will identify and document customer-specific system requirements industry best practices and any security or compliance requirements and then design an information system to meet those requirements. A successful candidate should understand how to design and implement an information system from proposal to operation. This role is primarily an architecture and information systems engineering position not day-to-day cloud operations or application development. This position is on-site non-remote at our North Logan UT location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follows all applicable SDL engineering processes
• Responsible for designing complex highly available information systems and supporting their implementation
• Provides clear detailed guidance on selecting and implementing the most efficient solutions to meet business needs
• Gathers and synthesizes system requirements from internal and external customers defining operational requirements including integration with other systems or components
• Works with cross-functional teams to implement requirements into complete workable system solutions that account for technical schedule and cost constraints; also evaluates and recommends viable alternatives
• Acts as a Multi-Disciplined Engineer serving as a subject matter expert primarily in cloud systems with working proficiency across compute storage directory services hypervisors and networking
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of network architecture and connectivity concepts relevant to cloud-based systems
• Assists in enhancing current engineering processes
• Serves as a peer reviewer for complex information systems designs
• Responsible for engineering documentation of assigned systems and solutions
• Evaluates vendor capabilities to provide required products or services
• Conducts research on emerging products services protocols and standards
• Provides technical expertise on projects and proposal efforts
• Provides expertise in defining and implementing best practices to meet or exceed mission needs

• System Design and Diagram(s)
• Network Architecture
• System cost estimates
• Trade and alternative studies
• Work breakdown structures
• Customer responsibility matrix
• Risk analysis matrix and risk management plan
• Cloud security architecture

• Must have a bachelors degree in related engineering science and 10 years of relevant experience or a masters degree and 8 years of relevant experience or a PhD and 4 years of relevant experience

• Experience architecting and engineering information systems the candidate will be asked to present and describe these experiences

• Must possess a working knowledge of networking systems cyber and/or cloud technologies
• Proven experience architecting and engineering AWS-based information systems in regulated or mission environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform engineering trade-offs between customer requirements schedule deadlines program funding and engineering best practices

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment on collaborative efforts involving both internal and external team members

• Experience managing or contributing to project budgets and schedules
• Must have active Top Secret clearance
• Must be a US citizen
• Must be able to travel as needed (not a normal expectation)
• Valid CompTIA Security certification (or equivalent) is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire

• Strong experience with network architecture in cloud or hybrid environments (certifications are a plus)
• Experience designing integrating or supporting Kubernetes-based platforms (e.g. EKS) as part of larger cloud or hybrid information systems
• Experience using diagramming tools and MBSE methodologies
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Demonstrated ability to solve large and complex issues
• Relevant certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional CCSP CISSP etc.)

• $116000 - $160000
  • Salary commensurate based on education and relevant experience

This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role level location market conditions and individual qualifications including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidates preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.

Why Join SDL
*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites sensors and instruments ground systems and data processing and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers scientists technicians and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL we strive to uphold a culture of respect collaboration empowerment and accountability. We listen with open minds seek to understand diverse perspectives and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge involving others and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership act with integrity and be accountable. Above all we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 14 days; however it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

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