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KBR, Inc.

SATCOM Senior Systems Engineer (Modem)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$110.90K - $151.80K/yr

SATCOM Senior Systems Engineer (Modem) Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security ... junior systems engineers, establish technical review processes, and enforce program engineering ...

Systems Technology Forum

Systems Engineer

Newport, RI · On-site

This role is a junior to mid-level Systems Engineer focused on designing, integrating, and testing ... Must have knowledge in EHF/SHF SATCOM fundamentals; requirements analysis; formal design reviews ...

KBR

SATCOM Senior Systems Engineer (Modem)

Newport, RI

$105.10K - $143.80K/yr

SATCOM Senior Systems Engineer (Modem) Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security ... junior systems engineers, establish technical review processes, and enforce program engineering ...

KBR

SATCOM Senior Systems Engineer (Modem)

San Diego, CA

$110.90K - $151.80K/yr

SATCOM Senior Systems Engineer (Modem) Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security ... junior systems engineers, establish technical review processes, and enforce program engineering ...

Systems Technology Forum

Systems Engineer

Newport, RI · On-site

This role is a junior to mid-level Systems Engineer focused on designing, integrating, and testing ... Must have knowledge in EHF/SHF SATCOM fundamentals; requirements analysis; formal design reviews ...

Entarian

Commercial SATCOM SME

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

Sev1Tech is seeking a Commercial SATCOM SME to support the US Space Force, Space Operations Command ... Experience in systems engineering related field with a specialization in satellite communications ...

Entarian

Commercial SATCOM SME

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

Sev1Tech is seeking a Commercial SATCOM SME to support the US Space Force, Space Operations Command ... Experience in systems engineering related field with a specialization in satellite communications ...

Linchpin Solutions Inc

SATCOM Technician

Frederick, MD · On-site

$40.27 - $48.08/hr

Role Overview The SATCOM Technician will perform engineering activities supporting the Global Agile ... of systems. * Perform engineering assessments of new equipment and software upgrades for ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior satcom systems engineer in the United States is $85,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $87,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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Infographic showing various Junior Satcom Systems Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,409 per year, or $41.1 per hour.

RF Systems Engineer

Space Systems Integration

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers.  Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.

SSI is seeking an RF Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA, to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) services to a Government Intelligence Community (IC) customer. In this position, you will support advanced satellite communications and ground terminal solutions. This role requires deep technical expertise in RF systems engineering, SATCOM, and network integration to enable resilient, high-performance communication systems for mission-critical applications.
Key Requirements
  • Perform end-to-end RF systems engineering, including link budget analysis, signal propagation studies, EIRP, G/T calculations, and noise figure optimization.
  • Support the design, integration, and validation of SATCOM systems across GEO, MEO, and LEO satellite constellations and waveform technologies.
  • Apply knowledge of mesh networking concepts such as dynamic routing, frequency reuse, and latency optimization.
  • Design, develop, and integrate ground terminal systems including RF front-ends, BUCs, LNBs, antennas, modems, and related hardware.
  • Analyze and optimize waveforms including QPSK, 8PSK, 16QAM, and Forward Error Correction (FEC) schemes for spectral efficiency and link robustness.
  • Apply antenna theory and design principles to phased arrays, parabolic reflectors, flat panel antennas, and systems requiring beam steering, polarization control, and precision tracking.
  • Collaborate on network protocol integration, ensuring smooth interoperability between SATCOM and terrestrial TCP/IP, VLAN, and QoS-based infrastructures.
  • Operate and interpret results from RF lab test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and related diagnostic tools.
  • Utilize Software Defined Radios (SDRs) and digital Intermediate Frequency (IF) architectures in both development and troubleshooting roles.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
  • Extensive hands-on experience in RF systems design and SATCOM engineering.
  • Familiarity with ground terminal design and satellite communication subsystems.
  • Strong working knowledge of modulation schemes, link budgets, and antenna system performance.
  • Experience with RF lab measurement tools and SDR platforms
  • Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and CI polygraph (polygraph within the last ten (10) years).
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience supporting military or government communication systems.
  • Knowledge of mesh networking, advanced waveform optimization, and spectrum management.
  • Experience with digital IF, signal processing, and adaptive communications techniques.
  • Familiarity with non-traditional RF sensing technologies and methodologies.
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