SAIC

Satellite Communications Systems Engineer

SAIC • $90K — $130K *
Chantilly, VA 20152In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, aerospace engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in satellite communications engineering, especially in defense or intelligence programs.
  • Current TS/SCI and Poly security clearance is essential to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Lead innovative satellite communication R&D for national security uses.
  • Conduct system-level analysis, including link budget calculations and simulations under operational constraints.
  • Integrate satellite systems with ground stations and defense assets.
  • Troubleshoot deployed systems regarding RF interference and encryption issues.
  • Work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful missions.
  • Create and manage technical documentation and compliance records.
  • Support testing and deployment of satellite communications systems.
  • Provide stakeholder training and technical presentations.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and expertise.
  • Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
  • Access to advanced technologies and high-profile projects in national security.
  • Comprehensive support for work-life balance initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC is seeking a Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to support mission-critical communications for national security and intelligence operations. You will conduct research, develop innovative solutions, and analyze advanced satellite communication systems to enable design, development, and integration for secure, reliable data, voice, or video transmissions.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Lead research and development of novel satellite communication technologies for national security applications
  • Perform system-level analysis, link budget calculations, and simulations to optimize performance under operational constraints
  • Integrate satellite communications with ground stations, mobile platforms, and other defense assets
  • Analyze and resolve technical issues in deployed systems, including RF interference and encryption challenges
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including government and contractor personnel, to ensure mission success
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, system architectures, and compliance records
  • Support field testing, validation, and operational deployment of satellite communications hardware and software
  • Provide technical briefings and training to stakeholders and end-users


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, aerospace engineering, or related field
  • Minimum of 10 or more years of experience in satellite communications engineering, preferably supporting defense or intelligence programs
  • An active TS/SCI and Poly security clearance is required to be considered for this position

Desired Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in electrical engineering, satellite communications, or related discipline
  • Expertise in RF and microwave system design, signal processing, and satellite network engineering
  • Experience in investigating and documenting existing system architectures for defense platforms
  • Subject matter expertise in advanced system concepts related to aerospace, spacecraft, or military communications
  • Experience with DoD acquisition processes and documentation


About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
NASDAQ
SAIC
* Ladders Estimates

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