Senior SATCOM Engineer – Ku/LEO, SCI

Defense Logistics Agency; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency in Sterling, Virginia seeks a highly skilled technical SME to lead telecommunications SATCOM initiatives. You will oversee fixed and mobile broadband SATCOM, including Ku-band and LEO systems, ensuring mission readiness and system reliability.

The role requires substantial specialized experience; the agency notes that education substitution cannot replace required expertise. Applications close 2026-11-01, with a pay range published at $121,785 to $158,322 per year.

Qualifications

• Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical SME for all TFSO fixed and mobile Broadband SATCOM systems including Ku-band SATCOM and LEO satellite systems.

Skills

SATCOM systems

Tech SME

Job description

Defense Logistics Agency in Sterling, Virginia seeks a highly skilled technical SME to lead telecommunications SATCOM initiatives. You will oversee fixed and mobile broadband SATCOM, including Ku-band and LEO systems, ensuring mission readiness and system reliability.

The role requires substantial specialized experience; the agency notes that education substitution cannot replace required expertise. Applications close 2026-11-01, with a pay range published at $121,785 to $158,322 per year.