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SATCOM Systems Hardware Specialist

Chantilly, VA · On-site

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 ...

SAIC

SATCOM Systems Software Specialist

Chantilly, VA · On-site

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

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Junior Software Developer

Colorado Springs, CO

$67K - $87K/yr

Overview Bowhead seeks a Junior Software Developer to support our customer on the WSOTS II contract ... The Software Developer shall provide direct support to the Consolidated SATCOM Systems Expert (C ...

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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.

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SATCOM Systems Software Specialist

SATCOM Systems Software Specialist

SAIC

Chantilly, VA

Other

Posted 21 days ago

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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Job ID: 2611150
Location: Chantilly, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-04-10
Category: Software
Subcategory: SW 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 Software Systems 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 software 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 and application layer protocols 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 experience can substitute for the degree
  • Must currently hold a TS/SCI with Poly to be considered
  • Minimum of 14 years of work experience with 10 years or more experience in mission management software for control and monitoring of SATCOM systems
  • 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
  • Must currently hold a TS/SCI with Poly to be considered.

SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .

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