Satellite Engineer

Position Summary

MAG Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled SATCOM Engineer to join our growing organization. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems. You will work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions. This position will perform as a specialist, consultant, and advisor on advanced application of Radio Frequency Engineering to include satellite communications systems (SATCOM). Assignments are generally complex in nature with considerable discretion given to work details and approaches utilized.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Provides support in the design, development, and testing of radio frequency (RF) and/or microwave systems architecture, components, circuits or products. Efforts may include analog and digital circuits or products, frequency synthesizers, amplifiers, transmitters and receivers, down converters, frequency multipliers, digital logic, demodulators, Land Mobile Radio systems, SATCOM, commercial communication systems, Wi-Fi, cellular, Tactical Communications, down converters, filters, and antenna systems ranging from arrays to parabolic reflectors.
• Performs, or directs the performance of complex engineering assignments involved in the research, design, and development of an overall RF/SATCOM system comprised of several components and or sub systems.
• Evaluates engineering progress, developments, and findings to assure technical adequacy to meet operational demands and conformance with established standards and practices. Recommends alternate solutions applying latest equipment and technology as it relates to SATCOM systems.
• Originates engineering plans, ideas, schemes, and techniques as may be required to direct the efforts of assigned personnel in the achievement of desired results and objectives. Manages SATCOM projects from concept to delivery of hardware solution.
• Manages maintenance of SATCOM systems.
• Prepares plans, systems specifications and equipment operating procedures.
• Prepares studies, cost estimates and technical reports.
• Compiles and evaluates test data, prepares technical analysis, recommends methods and processes required to meet design objectives on new or improved products and/or processes.
• Coordinates with other technical support personnel.
• Performs large network testing of satellite modems and their associated software using a simulated satellite network.
• Performs large network testing of satellite terminals and their associated software
• Performs RF testing of radio subsystems and their networks
• Performs troubleshooting and testing for Transmission Subsystem (TSS) components and systems located in outdoor/indoor environments
• Evaluates systems, networks and information systems to ensure designs meet applicable governmental security specifications
• Independently determines proposed approach to solutions
• Contributes to the completion of major programs and projects
• Plans and executes project tasks for activities described above
• Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Identifies, analyzes and resolves system design weaknesses.
• Maintains Regular contact with senior levels of internal work groups.
• Strong use and understanding of test engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• SATCOM system experience to include design, operation, maintenance and installation of SATCOM systems ranging from 1 meter to 12 meter systems.
• Experience testing, maintaining and troubleshooting antenna systems ( 1 meter -12 meter dishes) to include controllers, motor/drive assemblies, reflector structure, RF cabling, and RF feed assemblies.
• Antenna maintenance experience
• Experienced using RF test equipment to include signal generators, network analyzers, spectrum analyzer, vector signal generators

 

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

 

Knowledge and Skills 

• Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Agile experience preferred
• Must be intellectually agile, able to work under pressure, have strong problem-solving skills, be creative, strong interpersonal skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a team environment
• Provides resolution to a diverse range of complex problems
• possess the ability to independently determine approaches to solutions
• Work under limited direction
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding and operate man lifts to perform antenna system support

Education:

• Bachelor of Science or Arts degree from an accredited college or university or military equivalent 

 

Desired Requirements

• Deployed experience with a Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force (CJSOTF)
• Able to handle arduous work environment mentally and physically

  

Other Qualifications 

• Top Secret/SCI
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Special Note

The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Benefits and Compensation

At MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAG's Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site: https://www.magaero.com/benefits/. Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $80000 to $120000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAG's total compensation package for employees.