3 ground systems engineer jobs found

Standard Job Description What We're Doing Lockheed Martin is shaping the future of defense through cutting edge radar and missile defense technologies, and we want you to help write the next chapter. As the premier developer of active electronically scanned array (AESA) radars and integrated air and missile defense solutions for the U.S. military, our allies, and more than 45 nations worldwide, we deliver world class situational awareness, early warning, and kill assessment capabilities in the most demanding environments. Join a global team of 35,000 engineers, software developers, and cyber experts who turn complex challenges into reliable, next generation systems that keep warfighters ahead of emerging threats. Your talent will power everything from space domain awareness to ground based radar testbeds, ensuring the safety of today’s forces and the security of tomorrow’s world. The Work: In this position, you will · Contribute to technical planning, system development...

Description SAIC is seeking a Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to support mission-critical communications for national security and intelligence operations. You will conduct research, develop innovative solutions, and analyze advanced satellite communication systems to enable design, development, and integration for secure, reliable data, voice, or video transmissions. Job Responsibilities: Lead research and development of novel satellite communication technologies for national security applications Perform system-level analysis, link budget calculations, and simulations to optimize performance under operational constraints Integrate satellite communications with ground stations, mobile platforms, and other defense assets Analyze and resolve technical issues in deployed systems, including RF interference and encryption challenges Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including government and contractor personnel, to ensure mission...

Description Position Summary: The RF Payload Engineer will support advanced space systems with a focus on RF payload development, integration, and production testing. This role contributes to the development, verification, and sustainment of RF payload hardware for space-based intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), and communications missions. Key Responsibilities • Lead and execute RF payload development including architecture definition, component selection, and subsystem integration. • Develop and implement production-level RF payload testing including functional, performance, and environmental test plans. • Perform RF link analysis, payload signal chain validation, and troubleshooting at system and component levels. • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on payload interfaces and mission requirements. • Support hardware manufacturing readiness, test procedure development, and flight certification processes. • Generate engineering documentation,...