Lead SATCOM Payload Engineer
Core
Lead payload engineering for the Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) nuclear command, control, and communication (NC3) satellite system, serving as the technical leader for payload subsystems including phased array antennas, crosslinks, and modem/digital processing.
Role type
Senior IC systems engineering lead (satellite payload)
Builds
Resilient, reliable, and secure communications payloads for NC3 users worldwide
Domain
Defense / National Security Space / Satellite Communications
Required skills
Systems engineering, satellite communication hardware, digital/analog waveform processing, cross-organizational technical leadership, budget and resource allocation, multi-disciplinary team management, technical advisory, mentorship
Preferred skills
Mission assurance principles, IEEE 15288.2, space system acquisition, MILSATCOM program office experience, Aerospace culture familiarity
Technologies
Phased array antennas, crosslinks, modem/digital processing subsystems
Responsibilities
Lead the payload engineering team and manage allocated resources; Provide technical advisement to Space Force leadership and customers on payload architecture and performance; Monitor and assess contractor performance and delivery; Apply systems engineering principles to support program execution; Mentor less experienced team members.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
