SATCOM Network Engineer

SAIC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC has an immediate opening for a Networking Engineer at our Chantilly, Virginia location. In this role, you will support mission-focused operations applying your expertise in RF communications and IP networking to secure satellite systems.

The ideal candidate will hold a TS/SCI and Poly with over 10 years of experience in the field. Key responsibilities include configuration management, troubleshooting, and collaborating with key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly.
• 10+ years of experience with a degree, or 15+ years without a degree.

Responsibilities

• Configure, troubleshoot, and secure satellite and ground-segment systems.
• Perform vulnerability assessments on software and network devices.
• Maintain configuration records and documentation.

Skills

RF communication

Network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, Ethernet, MPLS)

Information security principles

Security assessments

IP networking and routing

Configuration and troubleshooting

End-to-end systems engineering support

Program management plans

Education

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications or related field

Tools

RF instrumentation

Environmental test chambers

Job description

Description

SAIC has an immediate opening for a Networking Engineer with skills in SATCOM or RF. In this role you will support mission‑focused operations by applying expertise in RF communications, IP networking, and information security to configure, troubleshoot, and secure satellite and ground‑segment systems. The role involves performing vulnerability assessments, maintaining configuration records, developing technical and program management documentation, and ensuring end‑to‑end system readiness while collaborating closely with government and commercial stakeholders. Candidates benefit from knowledge of RF instrumentation, environmental testing, and industry certifications in networking or security.

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered for this position
• Experience with RF communication
• Basic understanding of network protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, UDP, Ethernet, MPLS)
• Basic understanding of information security principles (e.g. confidentiality, integrity, availability, risk management)
• Ability to perform security assessments (e.g. vulnerability scans, risk analysis) on ground segment software and network devices
• Knowledge of IP networking, routing, and switching concepts, QoS, and network monitoring
• Ability to configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, and satellite modem equipment
• Experience providing end‑to‑end systems engineering support for operational equipment
• Experience developing and implementing program management plans, equipment test plans, operational readiness plans and technical requirements
• Ability to maintain accurate configuration management records and traceability matrices
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across government and commercial sectors
• Educational background in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience with a degree; 15+ years of experience without a degree

Desired Qualifications

• Professional experience or completion of academic coursework in satellite communications, RF design, or information security
• Experience with RF instrumentation (e.g. spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters)
• Hands‑on experience with environmental test chambers (e.g. thermal, vibration, EMI/EMC)
• Security+ or another security certification
• Network+ or another network certification
• Experience authoring User Requirements Documents (URDs), System Requirements Documents (SRDs) and Requirements Verification Traceability Matrices (RVTMs)

REQNUMBER: 2613313

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability