Senior Communications Engineer, National Security (Onsite)

MITRE; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 156,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE is seeking a seasoned professional for a role focusing on communications engineering, systems architecture, and software principles. You will work with geographically dispersed teams to solve complex national security challenges and provide unbiased technical advice.

Your experience should include persistent problem solving, stakeholder collaboration, and strong communication skills across verbal, written, and presentation domains.

Qualifications

• Strong communication (verbal, written, and presentation) and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating with sponsors and team members.
• Experience with defense communications engineering concepts and lifecycle processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex communications, networking and data link systems for US Naval sponsors.
• Define capability gaps, overlaps and constraints; assess interoperability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop optimal solutions considering multiple perspectives.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

PhD with 3 years' experience

Job description

MITRE is seeking a seasoned professional for a role focusing on communications engineering, systems architecture, and software principles. You will work with geographically dispersed teams to solve complex national security challenges and provide unbiased technical advice.

Your experience should include persistent problem solving, stakeholder collaboration, and strong communication skills across verbal, written, and presentation domains.