SATCOM Network Engineer

  • SAIC
  • VA
  • Jun 08, 2026

Job Description

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)