Communications Engineer

Apex Systems; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Apex Systems in Patuxent River, MD is seeking a Communications Engineer to manage SETR processes for Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) and communication systems onsite.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and radar systems experience, with collaboration across teams and OEMs to enhance performance. A Secret clearance is required for the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field is required.
• Experience with radar systems and integration challenges is preferred.
• Ability to work with a team to modify designs and improve system integrations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the acquisition Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) process for PLEO and comms.
• Collaborate with OEMs to integrate advanced technologies into platforms.
• Analyze PLEO communication designs and suggest performance enhancements.
• Support integration upgrades with engineering teams.

Skills

Radar systems

Systems integration

Team collaboration

Acquisition SETR knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SETR process

Job description

# Communications EngineerApply**Job#: 3046542****Job Description:**Communications Engineer**Location:** Patuxent River, MD (Onsite)**Clearance:** Must Have At Least a Secret ClearanceRole OverviewAs a communications engineer, you will utilize your expertise in complex systems to manage the acquisition Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) process for Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) and communication systems. You will work with original equipment manufacturers to improve performance and integrate advanced technologies into existing platforms. This role offers an opportunity to transform mission systems requirements and enhance the performance of PLEO communication systems on various platforms, contributing directly to improving warfighter capabilities.Key Responsibilities* Work with existing teams to understand current challenges and develop integration upgrades.* Collaborate with OEMs to integrate advanced technologies into existing platforms.* Assist in augmenting designs and algorithms to improve system performance.* Manage the acquisition Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) process.* Analyze PLEO communication system designs and provide technical inputs to improve performance and integration.Required Qualifications**Education:** A bachelor's degree in an Engineering field is required.**Experience:** Candidates should have experience in radar systems and knowledge of systems integration challenges.**Skills:** The ability to work with a team of engineers to modify designs and improve system integrations is necessary.Preferred Qualifications* Experience with modern Navy PLEO communication systems.* Experience with the SETR process.* Knowledge of contracting mechanisms and Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) reporting.* A master's degree in Electrical Engineering. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** FullTime**Location:** Lexington Park, MD, US**Job Type:** Engineering and Technicians**Date Posted:** August 15, 2026**Pay Range:** $61,900 - $141,000