Cleared Technician
Job ID: 7869
Date Posted: May 5, 2026
Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Cleared Technician to join our Strategic & Military Space Division. Join us in delivering 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 the Department of Defense
The Strategic & Military Space Division delivers advanced satellite and sensor systems that support the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. Our division is a key component of national security, providing technological solutions and expert mission support. Become part of a team dedicated to making a tangible contribution to our nation’s defense capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform integration and test activities on spacecraft hardware and support equipment
- Interface with other disciplines (QA, machine shop, contamination control, etc.) to deliver spaceflight hardware on schedule
- Occasional evening and weekend shifts
Required Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
- Must have an active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance and be SAP eligible
- High School graduate or GED
- Ability to see projects through from start to finish
- Self-motivated, dependable, and detail oriented
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to identify and work through problems that may arise
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work with other team members for completion of required tasks
- Applicable higher education or technical training
- Assembly and test of small, intricate mechanical assemblies
- Ability to support electrical integration and test activities as needed
- Experience working in a cleanroom or with minimizing contamination during assembly
- Experience with environmental testing including TVAC and vibration testing
- Implementation of quality processes
Why Join SDL?
SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.
SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA’s vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense’s aim to protect our Nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you’ve heard of, and others that you haven’t. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.
At SDL, we 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 7 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.
For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.