Top 47 Satcom engineer Jobs in Chantilly Va

Satellite Communication (SATCOM) Engineer, TS/SCI with Polygraph
General Dynamics Information Technology —McLean, VA
- $170,000 - $230,000 a year
- Military
- Research
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) matching
Systems Engineer
Systek, Inc. —Fort Belvoir, VA
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Senior Software Defined Radio (SDR) Engineer
Leidos —Arlington, VA
- $107,900 - $195,050 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- System design
Lead Electrical Engineer
Actalent —Sterling, VA
- $100 - $115 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Fair chance
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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SATCOM System Engineer, Senior
Booz Allen Hamilton —Arlington, VA
- $86,800 - $198,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
SATCOM RF Technician
CACI —Fairfax, VA
- $86,600 - $181,800 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Research
- Office
- Health insurance
SATCOM Network Engineer
SAIC —Chantilly, VA
- $200,001 - $240,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- 11+ years
Senior Space Systems Engineer
QinetiQ US —Arlington, VA
- $165,000 - $195,000 a year
- Email
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Organizational skills
Network Engineer
Booz Allen Hamilton —Lorton, VA
- $62,000 - $141,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Field Engineer Sr SATCOM - Ex Pat JAPAN - Secret
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Bethesda, MD
- $73,800 - $130,180 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Paid jury duty
- Paid holidays
Systems Engineer
CACI —Sterling, VA
- $94,400 - $198,200 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
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Systems/Test Engineer
Systek, Inc. —Fort Belvoir, VA
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Tactical Communication Systems Engineer
NexTech Solutions LLC —Sterling, VA
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- English
Exercise Systems Engineer
Systems Planning and Analysis —Chantilly, VA
- $150,000 - $195,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Systems Engineer SME
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc —Washington, DC
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- System design
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Wireless Communications Systems Engineer
The MITRE Corporation —McLean, VA
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
2026 Communications and Signal Processing Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation —Chantilly, VA
- $90,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
Lead Network Engineer
The MITRE Corporation —McLean, VA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- 3 years
- Java
Cybersecurity Engineer ~ Software Defined Perimeter
Rubicon Grp, LLC —Alexandria, VA
- Full-time
- System design
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
Quick Apply
Chief Engineer
Sphinx Defense —Chantilly, VA
- $225,000 - $290,000 a year
- Remote
- 5 years
- Office
- Presentation skills
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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Satellite Communication (SATCOM) Engineer, TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology -
McLean, VA

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Job Details

$170,000 - $230,000 a year

Benefits

Internal mobility program
Paid holidays
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Telecommunications network troubleshooting
Network antenna
Systems integration
On-site technical support
Project engineering
Satellite communications
Requirements specification
Requirements design
Project management experience in technology
IT operations
Satellite networks
Software coding
Operations coordination planning
System performance optimization
Hardware maintenance
Equipment troubleshooting
Research
System design for system development
Network signal strength analysis
Requirements analysis
RF signal diagnostics
Telecommunications RF engineering
Design engineering
Networking equipment (troubleshooting support)
Technical writing experience
TS/SCI with Polygraph
Systems analysis
Operations planning

Full Job Description

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.

Job Description

The Satellite Communication (SATCOM)/Network Engineer is responsible for designing, evaluating, testing, and planning of the customer’s complex internal network. The candidate will provide technical assistance on high-level system and networking requests. The candidate will also secure and manage network infrastructures to enhance productivity, mitigate threats, and reduce costs.

HOW A SATCOM/NETWORK ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Analyzes, designs, models, and simulates communications systems, subsystems, and algorithms for satellite communications networks
Evaluate lease costs for space segments, bandwidth requirements, and frequency management
Provides expert operations and maintenance support of antenna controllers, Solid State Power Amplifier (SSPA), Low-Noise Amplifier (LNA)/Low-Noise Block downconverter (LNB), up and down converters, Frequency-Division multiple access (FDMA)/Time division multiple access (TDMA) modems (military and commercial)
Provide support for commercial satellite acquisition procedures
Perform or oversee complex engineering tasks associated with the research, design, and development of an integrated SATCOM system comprised of multiple components and subsystems
Manage SATCOM projects from conceptualization to delivery of hardware solutions
Prepare detailed plans, systems specifications and equipment operating procedures for equipment

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Required Qualifications:

Must have proven expertise with satellite/RF systems analysis including link budgets, noise analysis, modulation/demodulation signal analysis, and forward error correction coding.
Must have the ability to provide real-time assistance to operators during spacecraft anomalies; able to provide after-action reporting to document operational scenarios
Experience with implementation and expert operations and maintenance of LNA/LNB, up and down converters, FDMA/TDMA modems (military and commercial)
Strong data link and network layer troubleshooting skills
Prior satellite communications operations experience
Knowledge of KU-band and C-band (Line of Sight) operations
Experience writing technical requirements, specifications or statements of work
Ability to learn and install video, network, and satellite systems
Ability to react to fast-paced but short-term operational issues; as well as coordinating and planning long-term modernization efforts
Function in accordance with the project management framework tailored to mission needs
Proficient in translating user requirements into technical system specifications
Must be able to engage in technical system planning beyond the network, to include applications and systems that utilize the network being delivered
Eager to learn new technologies and how variations in collection systems impact network performance
Experience with satellite relay systems and terminals, including design, implementation and optimization of relay networks for efficient data transmission
Experience with airborne satellite systems, including integration, operation, and troubleshooting of communications platforms in various flight environments
Experience with Low Earth Orbit (LEO), Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), and Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) satellite operations and providers, including understanding their unique operational characteristics and requirements
Master’s Degree in any technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience
10+ years of directly related experience in System Engineering experience
8+ years supporting the customer
Demonstrated on-the-job experience in tailoring systems engineering fundamentals in small but complex environments
Outstanding communication skills
Action oriented, detailed, organized, and independent
Ability to react positively to changing environments and advance progress with minimal direction
TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
Location: At Customer Site – near Tyson Corner

Desired Qualifications:

Prior military satellite communications operations experience preferred
Previous experience working with DISA network team is preferred

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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Work Requirements

Years of Experience

10 + years of related experience

may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

None

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely salary range for this position is $170,000 - $230,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
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