Satellite Communications Systems Engineer, Lead
The Opportunity:
Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in our nation’s defense? You understand your customer’s environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer focused engineering solution.
As a systems engineer on our team, you have the chance to shape DoD satellite communications (SATCOM) data transport and management systems. Your customer will trust you to not only design and develop these systems, but also evolve them with advanced technology solutions. On our team, you’ll be able to broaden your skillset into areas like cybersecurity and 5G mobile technologies. Grow your skills by merging systems engineering and SATCOM to create and evolve enterprise managed service capabilities. Join our team and create the future of DoD Enterprise SATCOM.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
15+ years of experience in systems engineering, including technical requirement analysis, solution alternatives, and implementation approaches
Knowledge of satellite communications, mobile wireless networks, such as 3G, 4G, or 5G, and state‐of‐art commercial or government communications technologies
Ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences through various written and oral formats, including white papers, technical briefings, and trade-off analyses
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Nice If You Have:
10+ years of experience with end-to-end satellite communications systems, such as SATCOM terminals and gateways, modems, radio frequency subsystems, or IP networks
Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE)
Knowledge of DoD policies governing communications systems and networks
Industry Certifications
Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or related field
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.
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Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.
Your Candidate Journey
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Compensation
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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $81,800.00 to $186,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Work Model
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