SATCOM Engineer Entry

JANUS Research Group | Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005•Hybrid work | Full-time

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Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position.

Position Title: SATCOM Engineer Entry
Clearance Level: Secret
Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD

Education Requirement:

• BS in Engineering, Testing, or a related field.
• Engineering discipline preferred.

Experience Requirement:

• No specific experience required.
• BS can be substituted with an additional 4 years of related experience performing SATCOM engineering functions.

Job Description:
The SATCOM Engineer Entry position focuses on providing technical support and expertise in the design and analysis of satellite communication (SATCOM) systems. The candidate will support the development of system architectures, perform technical evaluations, and contribute to design reviews of satellite and terminal systems. This role requires working closely with multiple stakeholders across the Army’s Tactical Network, including PM TN, PEO C3T, and other Army organizations.

Duties include:

• Provide in-depth technical assessments and analysis of activities within and between SATCOM programs.
• Support the design of system architectures, terminals, waveforms, and access protocols.
• Conduct performance analysis, including system throughput, response time, operational requirements, and system loading.
• Perform systems engineering evaluations of satellite and terminal designs.
• Participate in proposal reviews and technical evaluations for satellite systems.
• Support design reviews and evaluate satellite and terminal contractor designs.
• Coordinate technical discussions within PM TN and with external stakeholders such as PEO C3T, Army Strategic Command (ARSTRAT), Army Capabilities Manager (ACM), and industry vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate complex technical issues into clear, meaningful terms for others involved in the program.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in transmission technologies, including modulation and coding, link budgets, radio frequency (RF) equipment, antennas, waveforms, blockage mitigation, and relevant algorithms/protocols.
• Support design and performance evaluations to ensure SATCOM systems meet operational requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Army stakeholders and industry vendors to advance SATCOM capabilities.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Familiarity with SATCOM engineering functions, including transmission, waveforms, antennas, and RF systems.
• Ability to perform technical analysis and system evaluations.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to various stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Army organizational structures and experience working with organizations such as PEO C3T and ARSTRAT is a plus.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time position, standard 40-hour workweek.

JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work™

JANUS Research Group provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request to express interest in a position by e-mailing: Alisha Pollard, Director of Human Resources at alisha.pollard@janusresearch.com or calling (706) 364-9100. Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within JANUS Research Group will be reviewed at the e-mail address and phone number supplied. Thank you for considering a career with JANUS Research Group.

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JANUS Research Group is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer. It is company policy to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practice without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, or disability.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.