Systems Engineer – Space Systems

Zachary Piper • Colorado Springs, Colorado • Posted June 08, 2026

Position Overview

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Systems Engineer – Space Systems to support a mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) program. The Systems Engineer will provide full lifecycle systems engineering and integration support for advanced space-based and ground-based defense systems. This position will be onsite in Colorado Springs, CO!

Responsibilities of the Systems Engineer include:

  • Provide systems engineering expertise across the entire lifecycle from concept development to operations for space-based and ground-based systems, including command and control services.
  • Oversee technical development efforts including design, development, integration, testing, production, and sustainment using both traditional and agile acquisition methodologies.
  • Develop operational concepts, system requirements, and architectural designs; perform requirements flow-down and propose verification strategies.
  • Apply model-based sy...