Senior Communications & Networks Engineer

Envisioneering Inc; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 135,611 - 184,044; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Senior Communications & Networks Engineer in Arlington, VA, to support naval research and technology initiatives. The role demands expertise in communications and security systems alongside a TOP SECRET Clearance. Responsibilities include supporting program officers and developing technology programs and presentations. This position offers a competitive salary within a comprehensive benefits package, promoting work stability and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current TOP SECRET Clearance or ability to obtain it.
• Demonstrated expertise in commercial and military communications.
• Experience in anti-jam techniques, signal processing, and bandwidth modulation.
• Knowledge of networking, interoperability, and security issues.
• Understanding of Naval applications of space-based communications.
• Experience in combat systems and C4I interoperability.
• Coordination of S&T development efforts with program schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist ONR Program Officers in developing technology programs.
• Monitor and evaluate funded S&T efforts.
• Develop papers and presentations for diverse audiences.
• Present briefings for ONR Program Officers.
• Create Statements of Work and requirements for S&T performers.
• Gain program support and signatures from Resource Sponsors.

Job description

Senior Communications & Networks Engineer

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Envisioneering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Communications and Networks Specialist to support the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and its ongoing Science and Technology portfolio. The individual should have experience in technology development, technology evaluation, systems engineering and integration, and system optimization to address emergent Naval priorities as well as technical and operational expertise to assist ONR Program Officers in developing, managing, and executing portfolios that address priority Command, Control, Computing, Communications, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting (C5ISRT) Science and Technology (S&T) requirements.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist ONR Program Officers in developing technology development programs and roadmaps to address capability gaps and “plan, foster, and encourage scientific research in recognition of its paramount importance as related to the maintenance of future naval power, and the preservation of national security.”
• Monitor and evaluate S&T efforts being funded in academia, government laboratories/warfare centers, and industry.
• Develop papers and presentations for a wide range of audiences from deckplate sailors to Congressional staff and Senior Executives that describe the S&T portfolio and specific projects within the portfolio.
• Present briefings in support of ONR Program Officers as needed.
• Work with ONR contracts to develop Statements of Work and requirements for potential S&T performers.
• Staff documents and briefings with appropriate Resource Sponsors and Acquisition Offices to gain program support and signatures as needed.

MINIMUM SKILLS/ QUALIFICATIONS

• Current TOP SECRET Clearance and eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Intelligence (SCI) or the ability to obtain a TOP SECRET Clearance and eligibility for access to SCI.
• Demonstrated expertise in commercial and military communications.
• Recent experience in the analysis and optimization of anti-jam, low-probability-of-intercept techniques, adaptive equalization, signal processing and bandwidth efficient modulation.
• Recent experience in commercial standards, networking, interoperability, network management and network security issues.
• Current understanding of Naval applications of space based communications and its applicability to broad Naval requirements.
• Recent experience in both combat system and C4I interoperability.
• Recent experience in coordinating S&T development efforts with program schedules, performing technology assessments, and/or maintaining technology deployment/transition agreements.
• Expertise in assessing current requirements to assist in identifying technology development opportunities to address capability gaps and developing technology roadmaps for the transition of S&T programs.

ADDITIONAL DESIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with the transition of Naval R&D to the operational military.
• Experience in developing, coordinating, and supporting Navy S&T programs.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from an accredited college or university in mathematics, engineering, physics, or related sciences plus 15 years of relevant work experience, or a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in mathematics, engineering, physics, or related sciences plus 20 years of relevant work experience, or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in mathematics, engineering, physics, or related sciences plus 25 years of relevant work experience.

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BENEFITS

Envisioneering, Inc. offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k, Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA, Short Term, Long Term, AD&D and Life insurance (employer paid), voluntary life, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Leave, Holidays and much more.

AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

You must pass a drug and pre-employment screening. U.S. Citizenship Required. A Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret security clearance required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Please confirm in your cover letter or resume.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Envisioneering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship and immigration status, age, disability or handicap, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, hairstyle, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. Envisioneering Inc. is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Envisioneering, Inc. will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you need assistance to perform your job duties because of a physical or mental condition, please let Human Resources know.

Envisioneering, Inc. will endeavor to accommodate the sincere religious beliefs of its employees to the extent such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on Envisioneering, Inc.'s operations. If you wish to request such an accommodation, please speak to Human Resources.

Any employees with questions or concerns about equal employment opportunities in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. Envisioneering, Inc. will not allow any form of retaliation against individuals who raise issues of equal employment opportunity. If an employee feels he or she has been subjected to any such retaliation, he, or she should bring it to the attention of Human Resources. To ensure our workplace is free of artificial barriers, violation of this policy including any improper retaliatory conduct will lead to discipline, up to and including is charge.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

Please submit a current resume with salary requirements to https://envisioneeringinc.com/. Resumes held in strict confidence.

ACCESSIBILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLICATIONS

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact Human Resources (HR) at the below to request the appropriate accommodation. Human Resources [e-mail].

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Strategy/Planning, Engineering, and Information Technology

Industries

Military and International Affairs and Defense and Space Manufacturing

Inferred Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance

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