Communications Engineer, Senior - Secret

DCS Corporation; Bedford (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k and ESOP

PTO and leave programs

Education reimbursement

Work/life balance

Job summary

DCS Corporation is seeking a Senior Communications Engineer to support AFLCMC/HBS/WIW and the AWACS division. The role is a full-time hybrid position based at Hanscom AFB, MA, with 20% travel to Oklahoma and Seattle.

Responsibilities include analyzing comms terminals, RF engineering, system integration, and lifecycle management of communications systems for defense programs. A Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of DoD experience are required, along with US citizenship and an Active Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 8+ years of experience including 5+ years supporting DoD programs.
• U.S. citizenship is required; Active Secret Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze communication terminals, satellite relays, internet and broadband technologies; oversee development and fielding of comms equipment in the acquisition process.
• Develop and implement plans to manage communications work in accordance with DoD acquisition processes.
• Manage comms system interfaces for integration with weapon systems and lifecycle of comms designs.
• Lead RF engineering activities including antenna systems, RF cable design, and signal propagation.
• Perform testing/measurement using computer-controlled instrumentation; report findings with MS Office.

Skills

US Citizenship

Active Secret Clearance

Communications engineering

RF engineering

Modulation techniques

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Automated test equipment

Job description

DCS has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Communications Engineer providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/Airborne Warning and Control System (AFLCMC/HBS/WIW). The Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) Division, has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to deliver airborne Battle Management Command & Control (BMC2) capabilities that support joint, allied, coalition, humanitarian, and homeland defense operations. Modernization efforts enable continued involvement with worldwide operations by revitalizing legacy mission systems, replacing aging computer architectures, integrating multisensor data fusion, and improving global expeditionary readiness and availability. Additionally, the Division assists in the planned divestiture of the E3 platform and in shaping development of followon capabilities for future airborne C2 systems.

This is a full-time Hybrid position located at Hanscom AFB, MA.

Essential Job Functions:

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Analyze communication terminals, satellite relays, internet and broadband technologies and wireless telephone services and oversee development, integration and fielding of communications equipment in the acquisition process
• Develop and implement plans and procedures to effectively manage the communications work IAW the acquisition processes
• Manage the communication systems interfaces to facilitate their integration with the weapon systems
• Manage the activities of the communication system design and builds throughout the lifecycle phases
• Common antennas and Radio Frequency (RF) cable designs and their characteristics
• Harmonics
• 3D order intercept point
• Comb generators
• Receiver sensitivity and selectivity
• Analog and digital modulation techniques
• Intermodulation
• Programming test and measurement equipment via a computer interface
• Perform work that includes assisting with the support of a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver system
• Select, install, and test RF components such as antennas, cables, switches, down converters

Travel: 20% (Oklahoma, Seattle)

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of the customer, U.S. citizenship is required.

Must have an Active Secret Clearance.

Bachelor's degree, and minimum of 8 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs.

Desired Skills:

Bachelor's degree, and minimum of 12 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs OR 15 years of experience, including at least 8 years supporting DoD programs.

Technical Skills

• Communications systems engineering, integration, and lifecycle management supporting defense acquisition programs
• Development and implementation of communications plans, procedures, and technical documentation in accordance with DoD acquisition processes
• Communications systems interface management and integration with complex weapon systems and mission platforms
• Radio Frequency (RF) engineering, including antenna systems, RF cable design, and signal propagation characteristics
• RF spectrum analysis and testing, including harmonics, intermodulation, comb generators, and third-order intercept point (IP3) evaluation
• Analog and digital modulation techniques, receiver sensitivity, selectivity, and communications performance optimization
• Automated test and measurement systems utilizing computer-controlled instrumentation and Microsoft Office Suite for technical reporting and analysis

Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for program, engineering, and customer stakeholders
• Strong cross-functional collaboration experience working with engineering, acquisition, logistics, test, and operational teams
• Self-starter capable of independently managing multiple priorities in fast-paced acquisition and modernization environments
• Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities to identify technical challenges and develop effective solutions
• Relationship-building and stakeholder management skills with experience supporting diverse and international teams
• Adaptable and proactive professional with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and situational awareness
• Ability to lead technical efforts through influence, fostering teamwork and consensus across geographically dispersed organizations

Pay Range and Benefits

There are a variety of factors that can influence salary at DCS Corp, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

Salary Range: $90,220 - $165,000

At DCS, we pride ourselves on providing flexibility that allows employees to balance meaningful work with their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for learning and development.

Our broad and competitive mix of benefits is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Our robust benefit offerings include medical, dental, 401k, ESOP, PTO, education reimbursement, work/life balance, parental and other leave programs.

Learn more about our benefits here: DCS Corp Benefits.