Senior Satellite Communications Systems Engineer (TS/SCI)

Noblis; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis seeks a Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to support mission-critical communications for national security and intelligence operations in Chantilly, VA. You will conduct research, develop innovative solutions, and analyze advanced satellite communication systems to enable secure, reliable data, voice, or video transmissions.

Responsibilities include leading R&D of novel satellite tech, performing link-budget analyses, integrating with ground stations and defense assets, and

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI with CI Polygraph.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years or more of experience in satellite communications engineering, preferably supporting defense or intelligence programs.
• Travel up to 10% within US.
• Lift up to 30 lbs, walk, bend, drive.

Responsibilities

• Lead research and development of novel satellite communication technologies for national security applications.
• Perform system-level analysis, link budget calculations, and simulations to optimize performance under operational constraints.
• Integrate satellite communications with ground stations, mobile platforms, and other defense assets.
• Analyze and resolve technical issues in deployed systems, including RF interference and encryption challenges.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including government and contractor personnel, to ensure mission success.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, system architectures, and compliance records.
• Support field testing, validation, and operational deployment of satellite communications hardware and software.
• Provide technical briefings and training to stakeholders and end-users.

Skills

Satellite communications

RF design

System-level analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Noblis seeks a Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to support mission-critical communications for national security and intelligence operations in Chantilly, VA. You will conduct research, develop innovative solutions, and analyze advanced satellite communication systems to enable secure, reliable data, voice, or video transmissions.

Responsibilities include leading R&D of novel satellite tech, performing link-budget analyses, integrating with ground stations and defense assets, and