Space Network Systems Architect
Core
Designing and analyzing future space network architectures, connectivity to ground entry points, and communication systems for defense, intelligence, and civil clients.
Role type
Senior IC Space Network Systems Architect
Builds
Future network concepts, advanced network protocols, routing/QoS algorithms, and communication engineering technologies for satellite and ground systems.
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Satellite Communications, Networking
Required skills
Network topology/architecture design, Network layers/protocols/routing algorithms, Network design/analysis/modeling & simulation, Virtualization and enterprise computing platforms, Systems engineering (definition/development/analysis/modeling & simulation/prototype development), Cloud infrastructure (AWS VPC, Cloud Formation Templates), Technical leadership and mentorship
Preferred skills
Python, MATLAB, C/C++, Azure, Military/commercial satellite communication systems, Inter-satellite cross-links and laser optical communication technologies, 5G, IoT, IoST
Technologies
AWS VPC, Cloud Formation Templates, Azure, Python, MATLAB, C/C++
Responsibilities
Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams in developing future network architectures; Direct development of advanced network protocols, routing, and QoS algorithms; Run and distribute tasking for systems engineering tasks and projects; Evaluate and develop novel communication engineering technologies; Analyze and simulate complex network architectures and protocols; Provide independent technical leadership and mentorship to less experienced staff; Prepare technical documentation for meetings with DoD, IC, and Civil & Commercial customers; Lead specialized technical studies and internal R&D projects; Support sustainment of core network simulation, emulation, and modeling capabilities; Identify and develop new business opportunities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
