SATCOM Payload Engineer
Core
Technical advisor for RF payload subsystems (phased array antenna, XDR modem) on the Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) NC3 satellite program.
Role type
Senior IC RF communications engineer (payload systems)
Builds
Resilient, reliable, and secure communications for nuclear command, control, and communication (NC3) users worldwide
Domain
Defense / National Security Space / Satellite Communications
Required skills
RF communications engineering, satellite communication hardware, digital/analog waveform processing, systems engineering principles, technical advisory, stakeholder management, contractor performance monitoring
Preferred skills
Mission assurance principles, IEEE 15288.2, space system acquisition, MILSATCOM program office experience
Technologies
Phased array antenna, XDR modem
Responsibilities
Provide insight to leadership on prime contractor execution status, risks, and opportunities; Act as technical advisor to Space Force on RF payload architecture; Monitor and assess contractor performance; Apply systems engineering principles in support of program execution
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
