Communications Engineer III*

FGS, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Education reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

FGS, LLC seeks a senior engineering professional to design, implement, and support wide-area communications systems for military and government clients. You will provide expertise in FDMA/TDMA/SATCOM networks, configure and monitor network assets, and support engineering development with COTS equipment across multiple platforms.

The role requires 8+ years in military communications systems engineering, TS/SCI eligibility, willingness to travel, and a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or

Qualifications

• Experience with FDMA/TDMA/SATCOM networks.
• 8+ years in military communications systems engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Current passport and willingness to travel and work OCONUS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in configuring networks, monitoring systems, activating remote terminals and resolving SATCOM incidents.
• Submit and analyze Satellite Access and Gateway Access via Joint Integrated SATCOM tool.
• Develop engineering diagrams and manage engineering changes for wide-area communications systems.

Skills

FDMA

TDMA

SATCOM

COTS systems

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Job description

Requires US Citizenship Employment Term and Type: Regular, Full Time

Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Job Description

The Contractor shall provide services for the planning, design and implementation of wide area communications systems and engineering for the commercialization of deployed communications and network management for the MARFORCENT Theater. Provide technical and operational support including subject matter expertise for Frequency Division Multiple Accesses (FDMA), Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA), Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Tactical Satellite (TACSAT), Global Broadcast Satellite (GBS) and other satellite communication (SATCOM) networks.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in configuring networks, monitoring systems, activating remote terminals as well as tracking and resolving SATCOM incident reports and problems related to baseband, intermediate frequency (IF), and RF communications.
• Submit and analyze Satellite Access, Gateway Access via the Joint Integrated SATCOM (Satellite Communication) Tool.
• Provide engineering and commercialization management during the development of communication systems that include a wide array of Commercial-Off-the Shelf (COTS) assets, networking and transmission equipment that may include routers, servers, switches, microwave, fiber, etc. Develop engineering diagrams that include operation and system level views while executing sound engineering change management process.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with FDMA, TDMA, SATCOM, COTS comms systems; no explicit certification required
• 8+ years in military communications systems engineering, specifically FDMA, TDMA, UHF, TACSAT, GBS, and other SATCOM networks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Current passport and be willing to travel and work OCONUS

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Security Clearance Requirements

• TS/SCI

Physical, Work Environment & Conditions: (please update)

• Typical office environment:
• Must be able to sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods.
• Occasional standing while working in server rooms or at patch panels.
• Must be able to lift and move moderately heavy equipment (e.g., routers, switches, servers) typically up to 30-50 pounds.
• Manual Dexterity required for connecting cables, configuring devices, and handling small tools or components.
• Must be able to view computer screens for long periods.
• Ability to distinguish color-coded cabling and indicator lights.
• Must be able to climb ladders or crawl in tight spaces for cable runs or equipment installation.
• May require walking between different buildings or workstations.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with technical teams and end-users.
• May need to hear alarms, server beeps, or equipment noises indicating issues

This position description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, effort or working conditions associated with this job. This and all positions are eligible for organization-wide transfer. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Company Overview

FGS, LLC is an international, leading-edge provider of technical services to include Secure Information Systems, Security and Engineering and Intelligence Analysis. Our turnkey solutions include design, engineering, deployment operations, and sustainment of secure technology and critical infrastructure for the protection and safety of our customers' mission-critical information, processes, and personnel. Demonstrating an unyielding commitment to our customers, superior trust and dedication with our partners, and leading edge technical expertise over the past seven years, FGS has experienced explosive growth providing superior services through the world, from North America and the Pacific Rim to the Middle East and Europe.

FGS provides secure, leading edge technology and process management services to military, government, and commercial clients worldwide.

FGS offers a generous compensation package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), group life insurance, and educational reimbursement, among other benefits.

We value our employees and strive to offer many opportunities for professional growth.

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FGS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.