Space Communications Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Overview Arcfield is a leading provider of full lifecycle, mission-focused systems engineering and integration capabilities to the U.S. government and its allies. The company has more than 60 years of proven experience providing advanced engineering and analysis, IT and C5ISR capabilities to support our nation's most critical national security missions. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA and with 16 offices around the world, Arcfield employs approximately 1,200 engineers, analysts, IT specialists, and other professionals who put our customers' missions first, helping them solve their most complex challenges through innovations in modeling, simulation and analysis, digital transformation and C5ISR. Visit for more details. Responsibilities Arcfield has an opportunity in support of an Enterprise Space Communications Architecture mission and is seeking System Engineers who will oversee and support engineering lifecycles of space and ground communications capabilities. Arcfield has over 40 years supporting this mission critical program, along with a proven track record of providing outstanding customer support with consistent high award fees. This well-established, tenured team of SETA is looking to expand their expertise and is seeking a candidate who will play a pivotal role in the planning and acquisition of space and ground-based systems, ensuring successful development efforts and delivery of cutting-edge solutions. Duties include but are not limited to: Provide technical and programmatic advisory services during program execution of next generation communication architectures.
Track technical progress, identify risks, and assess technical solutions as part of an integrated product teams.
Provide Systems Engineering Support for the design and delivery of critical components.
Coordinate across Program Offices to collaborate on system requirements and transition prototype hardware to baseline programs.
Daily interaction with customer and supporting contractors to support full life cycle development of critical space and ground systems.
Qualifications Required Skills: Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
Bachelor's (or equivalent) in engineering related field with 10 to 12 years of experience or 8 to 10 years of experience with master's in engineering related field or 5 to 7 years of experience with Ph.D. in engineering related field. Experience with Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) support.
Technical background in space communications technology.
Strong technical background with expertise in evaluating and integrating complex systems solutions.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to produce clear, logical, and concise products.
Excellent organization and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with government customers.
Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products for planning and communication.
Desired Skills: Experience with collaboration tools such as SharePoint and Confluence.
Understanding of networking protocols and function.
Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)/Digital Engineering.
Equal Pay Act This is the projected compensation range for this position. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield 's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.Min: $111,273.57Max: $267,388.72 EEO Statement EEO Arcfield proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active-Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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