Top Secret SATCOM & COMSEC Systems Engineer

gdit; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

GDIT seeks a Systems Engineer to support a world-class maintenance program servicing data and voice communications for a federal client in Washington, DC. You will act as the maintenance SME, delivering reliable support and technical documentation while fostering strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities include configuring mobile and fixed platforms, system administration, troubleshooting, and life‑cycle sustainment.

Qualifications

• Education: BS/BA or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 3+ years of related experience.
• Certifications: CompTIA Security+ (or DoDD 8140 IAT II Compliance).
• Security Clearance: Active Top Secret with SCI Eligibility.
• Skills and Abilities: Excellent written communication and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input and guidance to the customer in planning, configuring and implementing mobile and fixed communications platforms.
• Deliver system administration, troubleshooting, and end-user assistance for LMR, SATCOM, cellular routing and Windows terminals.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on SATCOM and radio platforms to maintain availability and mission readiness.
• Manage inventory and life-cycle maintenance for communications and IT equipment.
• Support logistics activities for acquisition, storage, relocation, and deployment of equipment.
• Handle COMSEC keying material per DoD policies to protect secure communications.
• Recommend replacements and upgrades to keep systems modern and sustainment-ready.
• Create and maintain documentation for SOPs and recurring tasks.
• Develop and deliver training for unit personnel on secure mobile communications platforms.

Skills

Communications Equipment

Electronic Equipment

Troubleshooting

Education

BS/BA or Equivalent experience

Job description

GDIT seeks a Systems Engineer to support a world-class maintenance program servicing data and voice communications for a federal client in Washington, DC. You will act as the maintenance SME, delivering reliable support and technical documentation while fostering strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities include configuring mobile and fixed platforms, system administration, troubleshooting, and life‑cycle sustainment.