Scientific Research Corporation

ISR Data Link Systems Engineer

Scientific Research Corporation$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 5+ years of systems engineering experience
  • Experience with RF communication systems and networking technologies
  • Knowledge of waveform design and testing methodologies
  • Familiarity with Digital Engineering tools
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • U.S. Citizenship and active Top Secret/SCI clearance required

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to document technical requirements
  • Communicate updates and technical changes effectively
  • Develop RDT&E proposals for ISR and RF networking
  • Create specifications for new technical capabilities
  • Support waveform design and integration activities
  • Utilize Digital Engineering tools for system development
  • Participate in program management and technical reviews

Benefits

  • Occasional domestic and potential limited overseas travel opportunities
  • Dynamic work environment in advanced communication technologies
  • Engagement with cutting-edge ISR and RF networking projects
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Job Summary

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support advanced ISR communications, waveform development, and RF networking initiatives. This role involves working directly with customers and stakeholders to derive and document detailed technical requirements from operational needs, while leading and supporting research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) efforts to advance state-of-the-art communications capabilities.

What You Will Do
  • Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to derive, document, and manage detailed technical requirements from operational requirements
  • Communicate requirement updates and technical changes to stakeholders
  • Develop, champion, and manage RDT&E proposals and projects focused on ISR communications waveforms and RF networking technologies
  • Develop detailed specifications for new technical capabilities
  • Support modern waveform design, implementation, integration, and testing activities
  • Utilize Digital Engineering tools and processes to support system development
  • Participate in program management and technical review meetings
  • Perform additional technical and programmatic duties as assigned

Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering
  • 5+ years of professional experience in systems engineering
  • Experience with RF communication systems, waveforms, and networking technologies
  • Knowledge of modern waveform design, implementation, and testing methodologies
  • Experience using Digital Engineering tools and processes
  • Demonstrated ability to derive detailed technical requirements from operational needs
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, OneNote, SharePoint, Teams)
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Active U.S. Government Top Secret / SCI clearance required

Desired Qualifications
  • Masters degree in Engineering with 8+ years of related experience
  • Experience with DoD acquisition and requirements processes
  • Experience with DoD ISR wideband RF communications systems and networks
  • Experience managing complex RDT&E programs
  • Experience working in Joint or multi-service environments
  • Experience applying DoD Digital Engineering methodologies

Travel Requirements
  • Approximately 20% travel (primarily CONUS, with potential for limited overseas travel)


Working Place:

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Company :

2026 March 12 - Scientific Research Corporation

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