SATCOM Network Engineer

Job Description

Job ID 2613313

Location Chantilly, VA, US

Date Posted 2026-06-03

Category Information Technology

Subcategory Network Engineer

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel No

Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI_wPoly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain None

Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC has an immediate opening for a Networking Engineer with skills in SATCOM or RF. In this role you will support mission-focused operations by applying expertise in RF communications, IP networking, and information security to configure, troubleshoot, and secure satellite and ground-segment systems. The role involves performing vulnerability assessments, maintaining configuration records, developing technical and program management documentation, and ensuring end-to-end system readiness while collaborating closely with government and commercial stakeholders. Candidates benefit from knowledge of RF instrumentation, environmental testing, and industry certifications in networking or security.

Qualifications

Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered for this position
Experience with RF communication
Basic understanding of network protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, UDP, Ethernet, MPLS)
Basic understanding of information security principles (e.g. confidentiality, integrity, availability, risk management)
Ability to perform security assessments (e.g. vulnerability scans, risk analysis) on ground segment software and network devices
Knowledge of IP networking, routing, and switching concepts, QoS, and network monitoring
Ability to configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, and satellite modem equipment
Experience providing end-to-end systems engineering support for operational equipment
Experience developing and implementing program management plans, equipment test plans, operational readiness plans and technical requirements
Ability to maintain accurate configuration management records and traceability matrices
Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across government and commercial sectors
Educational background in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field
10+ years of experience with a degree. 15+ years of experience without a degree

Desired Qualifications

Professional experience or completion of academic coursework in satellite communications, RF design, or information security
Experience with RF instrumentation (e.g. spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters)
Hands-on experience with environmental test chambers (e.g. thermal, vibration, EMI/EMC)
Security+ or another security certification
Network+ or another network certification
Experience authoring User Requirements Documents (URDs), System Requirements Documents (SRDs) and Requirements Verification Traceability Matrices (RVTMs)