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SAIC

SATCOM Systems Hardware Specialist

Chantilly, VA

$200K - $240K/yr

Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Systems Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel ... SAIC has an immediate opening for a SATCOM Systems Hardware Specialist to support a highly dynamic ...

SAIC

SATCOM Systems Hardware Specialist

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$200K - $240K/yr

Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Systems Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel ... SAIC has an immediate opening for a SATCOM Systems Hardware Specialist to support a highly dynamic ...

SAIC

SATCOM Systems Software Specialist

Chantilly, VA

$200K - $240K/yr

SW Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 10% of the time Minimum Clearance ... SAIC has an immediate opening for a SATCOM Software Systems Specialist to support a highly dynamic ...

SAIC

SATCOM Systems Software Specialist

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$200K - $240K/yr

SW Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 10% of the time Minimum Clearance ... SAIC has an immediate opening for a SATCOM Software Systems Specialist to support a highly dynamic ...

Viasat, Inc.

OH · On-site

$176K - $264K/yr

What you'll do Viasat is seeking a Systems Engineer for Verification and Validation efforts in support of our work as a prime contractor on a DoD SATCOM program. The ideal candidate will be someone ...

SAIC

SATCOM Systems Hardware Specialist

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$200K - $240K/yr

You will be a part of a large multi-year contract that supports our customer in systems engineering ... As a SATCOM hardware specialist on our team, you will apply your technical expertise, attention to ...

RAMON.SPACE

SATCOM System Engineer

Anchorage, AK

The ideal candidate will possess expertise in developing digital telecom systems and have an in ... As a SATCOM System Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of cutting ...

RAMON.SPACE

SATCOM System Engineer

Anchorage, AK

The ideal candidate will possess expertise in developing digital telecom systems and have an in ... As a SATCOM System Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of cutting ...

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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship satcom systems engineer in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectInternship Satcom Systems EngineerSatellite Communications Technician
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a degree in engineering or related fieldTechnical diploma or associate degree in electronics or communications
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, and analysis in labs or office settingsFieldwork, installation, and maintenance at satellite sites or ground stations
Industry UsageUsed in satellite system development and engineering projectsUsed in installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of satellite systems

The Internship Satcom Systems Engineer focuses on designing and analyzing satellite communication systems, often in a lab or office environment, while the Satellite Communications Technician handles installation and maintenance tasks in the field. Both roles are essential in the satellite industry but differ in responsibilities and work settings.

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SATCOM Systems Hardware Specialist

SATCOM Systems Hardware Specialist

SAIC

Chantilly, VA

$200K - $240K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

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7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job ID: 2611149

Location: Chantilly, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-04-10

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Systems Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE


Description

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 technology integrator driving our nation’s technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers’ missions.

SAIC has an immediate opening for a SATCOM Systems Hardware Specialist to support a highly dynamic and growing program with one of our US Government customers. You will be a part of a large multi-year contract that supports our customer in systems engineering and integration across a broad portfolio of projects. You will come into a program that enjoys a close working relationship with the customer, bringing exquisite technical expertise to bear on real world problems, helping the customer execute real world missions that impact National Security on a daily basis. This close relationship, along with the program's longevity (20 years), ensures that as a new team member you will find a depth of support to grow and develop that is unmatched, all while making a difference - daily.

As a SATCOM hardware specialist on our team, you will apply your technical expertise, attention to detail, and curiosity to develop actionable intelligence for our customers. You will play a critical role in developing an understanding of the operational environment.

You will work in a dynamic environment and leverage experience with the RF intelligence and production cycle to support the planning for and collection of signals data. You will perform research and analysis of complex digital communications systems and support the processing and exploitation of signals collected from various sources.

You will prepare and present briefings on requirements, capabilities, and project status for a variety of audiences, including senior executives, provide operational guidance, and successfully engage with organizations from across the IC and Department of Defense.  You must have a strong record of achievement, familiarity with operational procedures and regulations, and ability to work well with stakeholders from various organizations on an integrated, multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience can be substituted for the degree
  • Must currently hold a TS/SCI with Poly to be considered
  • 10 years or more experience in the design, use or production of SATCOM hardware systems and/or their associated launch vehicles and ground-based communications infrastructure
  • Experience with various SATCOM and weapons systems, associated programs, modeling & simulation
  • Experience with telemetry, tracking and control (TT&C)
  • Exposure to data analysis and enterprise data systems

  • Experience with terrestrial communications, data circuits and general networking

Target salary range: $200,001 - $240,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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