CIS Reference Architect: Comms & SATCOM Standards Lead

WLG; Brussel; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WLG in Brussels is seeking a communications standards engineer to lead the modelling of its communications reference architecture and help develop the technical standards behind it.

You will work on ArchiMate modelling, drafting and maintaining standards, integrating HF and beyond line of sight systems with IP networks, and defining measurable conformance criteria for satellite communications within a multinational defence context.

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant CIS field or equivalent qualification.
• ArchiMate and TOGAF qualifications or comparable frameworks.
• At least 5 years working with military CIS technical specifications in operational settings.
• Strong project management, communication and analytical skills.
• The ability to turn complex specifications into clear, actionable guidance.
• Plus: experience with military standardisation documents, ITIL, PRINCE2 or PMP.

Responsibilities

• Leading the ArchiMate modelling of communications reference architectures.
• Drafting and maintaining technical standards for communications and networking.
• Helping integrate HF and other beyond line of sight systems with IP-based networks.
• Defining measurable conformance criteria with a focus on satellite communications.
• Supporting interoperability across radio, satellite and cellular domains.
• Supporting the committees and working groups that govern this work.

Skills

ArchiMate

TOGAF

Military CIS technical specifications

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

ITIL

PRINCE2

PMP

Education

University degree in a relevant CIS field

Job description

WLG in Brussels is seeking a communications standards engineer to lead the modelling of its communications reference architecture and help develop the technical standards behind it.

You will work on ArchiMate modelling, drafting and maintaining standards, integrating HF and beyond line of sight systems with IP networks, and defining measurable conformance criteria for satellite communications within a multinational defence context.