Senior Satellite Systems Engineer RF/Space Networks TS/SCI

Nightwing Technologies, LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing Technologies, LLC in the Fairfax, VA area seeks a cleared Satellite Systems Engineer to support USG missions. The selected candidate will provide Tier 2/3 network support, terminal maintenance, spare management, and system readiness across a global satellite communications network.

The role requires at least 6 years of RF/satellite systems experience, familiarity with FDMA/TDMA, carrier analysis, and EIRP calculations, and US citizenship with a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in managing satellite communication networks.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• US citizen per day-one employment eligibility.
• Technical/Engineering degree in RF or Satellite communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 2/3 network support and terminal maintenance.
• Manage spares, repair, and return processes.
• Oversee equipment inventory, testing, and carrier management.
• Coordinate annual field terminal characterizations using remote capabilities.
• Monitor status of support infrastructure (radomes, shelters, deicers, HVAC, power).

Skills

Satellite systems

RF theory

Carrier analysis

Field testing

Education

Engineering degree in RF or Satellite communications

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Nightwing Technologies, LLC in the Fairfax, VA area seeks a cleared Satellite Systems Engineer to support USG missions. The selected candidate will provide Tier 2/3 network support, terminal maintenance, spare management, and system readiness across a global satellite communications network.

The role requires at least 6 years of RF/satellite systems experience, familiarity with FDMA/TDMA, carrier analysis, and EIRP calculations, and US citizenship with a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.