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Junior Satcom Systems Engineer Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

Provide systems engineering oversight for SATCOM systems, baseband networking equipment, and software development. * Coordinate across embedded support teams to obtain concurrence and implement plans ...

Senior Systems Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$100K - $137K/yr

This is a role for an experienced engineer who can independently own workstreams, mentor junior ... Required Qualifications * 7+ years in enterprise systems engineering or IT infrastructure, with ...

Senior Systems Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$77K - $128K/yr

This role may provide guidance and technical support to junior staff and serve as an escalation point for complex system-related issues. What You'll Bring: 5+ years of systems engineering or ...

Senior Systems Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$77K - $128K/yr

This role may provide guidance and technical support to junior staff and serve as an escalation point for complex system-related issues. What You'll Bring: 5+ years of systems engineering or ...

This opportunity supports an Enterprise IT contract with a team of SIGDEV Analysts, Systems Engineers, Junior Engineers, Telecommunication Technical Analysts and System Administrators, responsible ...

... reliable escalation point for junior engineers. This is a hybrid position that includes ... Work cross-functionally with Network, Systems, and Project teams to ensure seamless service ...

... reliable escalation point for junior engineers. This is a hybrid position that includes ... Work cross-functionally with Network, Systems, and Project teams to ensure seamless service ...

... reliable escalation point for junior engineers. This is a hybrid position that includes ... Work cross-functionally with Network, Systems, and Project teams to ensure seamless service ...

Senior GEOINT Systems Engineer

Warner Robins, GA · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

The Senior GEOINT Systems Engineer supports the 402d SWEG's mission by working closely with ... junior level organic staff. Schedule * Facilities are open 6am-6pm - you can work with your ...

... reliable escalation point for junior engineers. This is a hybrid position that includes ... Work cross-functionally with Network, Systems, and Project teams to ensure seamless service ...

Senior GEOINT Systems Engineer

Warner Robins, GA · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

The Senior GEOINT Systems Engineer supports the 402d SWEG's mission by working closely with ... junior level organic staff. Schedule * Facilities are open 6am-6pm - you can work with your ...

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What is the difference between Junior Satcom Systems Engineer vs Satellite Communications Technician?

AspectJunior Satcom Systems EngineerSatellite Communications Technician
CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering or related field, certifications like CompTIA Satellite+Technical diploma or associate degree, satellite installation certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, and system integration in labs or officesFieldwork, installation, and maintenance at satellite sites
Industry UsageDesign and development of satellite systems, working with engineersInstallation, troubleshooting, and servicing satellite equipment

The Junior Satcom Systems Engineer focuses on designing and testing satellite communication systems, often working in labs or offices. In contrast, the Satellite Communications Technician handles installation and maintenance in the field. Both roles require technical knowledge, but their daily tasks and work environments differ significantly.

What cities in Georgia are hiring for Junior Satcom Systems Engineer jobs? Cities in Georgia with the most Junior Satcom Systems Engineer job openings:
Infographic showing various Junior Satcom Systems Engineer job openings in Georgia as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, and 60% Part Time. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Principal Engineer Tactical Radio

Summit Federal Services LLC

Gordon, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

Summit Federal Services, LLC (SFS) with headquarters in Oakland, Maryland, is a fast growing woman owned Small Business and HUBZone company with an outstanding record of performance providing more effective and efficient acquisition, business process, training, IT, administrative and security services to multiple federal agencies.
SFS is looking for a Principal Engineer (Tactical Radios) to provide support to CBL Battle Lab Facility located at Fort Gordon GA. All work will be performed onsite. This contract will support the CBL mission to provide experimentation support to the C- CDID with dynamic network experimentation integrated with CO, DODIN-A, EW and IA through the Cyber Battle Lab's Experimentation Branch (EB), Environments Support Branch (ESB), and the Army Persistent Experimentation eNvironment (APEN) Cyber Enterprise Service Center (CESC). The CBL Experimentation Support contract will provide support in the form of experiments, assessments, analyses and network support that will validate proposed new technical solutions to resolve known Doctrine, Organization, Training, Material, Leadership & Education, Personnel, Facilities Policy (DOTMLPF-P) capability gaps within the CO, EW, Network, and IA force modernization lines of effort
Tactical Radio Systems Engineering
  • Design, develop, integrate, and support tactical radio communication systems.
  • Analyze operational requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Develop radio architectures supporting voice, data, video, and situational awareness applications.
  • Evaluate communication system performance in contested and dynamic environments.
  • Support system-of-systems integration across multiple communication platforms.
Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering
  • Analyze RF propagation, coverage, and spectrum utilization.
  • Support frequency planning and spectrum management activities.
  • Troubleshoot RF performance issues and optimize network performance.
  • Conduct link budget analysis and communication system modeling.
Tactical Network Integration
  • Integrate tactical radios into larger command-and-control and network architectures.
  • Configure and support:
    • MANET networks
    • SATCOM systems
    • Line-of-Sight (LOS) communications
    • Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLOS) communications
    • IP-based tactical networks
  • Ensure interoperability between communication systems and mission platforms.
Testing & Validation
  • Develop test plans, procedures, and verification strategies.
  • Conduct laboratory, field, and operational testing.
  • Analyze test results and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support customer demonstrations and operational evaluations.
Technical Leadership
  • Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for tactical radio technologies.
  • Lead technical design reviews and engineering assessments.
  • Mentor engineers and technicians.
  • Provide technical recommendations to program leadership and customers.
Cybersecurity & Compliance
  • Ensure tactical communication systems comply with security requirements.
  • Support secure communications architectures and cryptographic integration.
  • Assist with cybersecurity assessments and risk mitigation activities.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
  • 8-15+ years of experience in tactical communications, RF engineering, or military communication systems.
  • Experience with tactical radio integration and network design.
  • Strong understanding of:
    • RF communications principles
    • Tactical networking
    • Digital communications systems
    • Secure communications technologies
    • Military communication standards
    • Top Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Experience
Experience with tactical radio platforms such as:
  • L3Harris Technologies Falcon radios
  • Viasat tactical communication systems
  • Thales tactical radios
  • BAE Systems communication solutions
  • General Dynamics Mission Systems tactical networking products
Experience supporting military communication standards such as:
  • SINCGARS
  • TSM
  • SRW
  • WNW
  • Link 16
  • SATCOM waveforms

Preferred Certifications
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Relevant RF, wireless, or systems engineering certifications

Technical Skills
Radio & RF Technologies
  • Software Defined Radio (SDR)
  • RF propagation analysis
  • Spectrum management
  • Antenna systems
  • Link budget analysis
  • Electronic warfare considerations
Networking
  • MANET
  • Tactical IP networking
  • Routing protocols
  • Network management systems
  • QoS and bandwidth optimization
Tools & Platforms
  • MATLAB
  • RF modeling and simulation tools
  • Spectrum analyzers
  • Network analyzers
  • Protocol analyzers
  • Test automation tools
Systems Engineering
  • Requirements management
  • Verification & Validation (V&V)
  • System integration
  • Architecture development
  • Risk management

SFS is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, on-the-job injury, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief. Employment decisions are made without consideration of these or any other factors that employers are prohibited by law from considering. Any discriminatory action can be a cause for disciplinary action. SFS also prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.
Summit Federal Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, on-the-job injury, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief. Employment decisions are made without consideration of these or any other factors that employers are prohibited by law from considering. Any discriminatory action can be a cause for disciplinary action. Summit Federal Services, LLC also prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.