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Diaconia

Communication Navigation Engineer_

Dayton, OH · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

... in a structured engineering environment. * Strong written and verbal communication skills ... navigation, LOS/BLOS communications, network protocols, IPSec, SOAP/XML, and air data systems.

Maxtena Inc

Jr. RF Engineer

Germantown, MD · On-site

As a Jr. RF Engineer, you will be responsible for product design, development, and support ... Design of new products from concept to full production for Satellite Communication, Navigation, 5G ...

Maxtena Inc

Jr. RF Engineer

Germantown, MD · On-site

As a Jr. RF Engineer, you will be responsible for product design, development, and support ... Design of new products from concept to full production for Satellite Communication, Navigation, 5G ...

Leidos

Satellite Communications Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Lead research and development of novel satellite communication technologies for national security ... Master's degree in electrical engineering, satellite communications, or related discipline.

Leidos

Satellite Communications Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Lead research and development of novel satellite communication technologies for national security ... Master's degree in electrical engineering, satellite communications, or related discipline.

Leidos

Satellite Communications Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Lead research and development of novel satellite communication technologies for national security ... Master's degree in electrical engineering, satellite communications, or related discipline.

Xona Space

Sr. Navigation Engineer

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$118K - $162K/yr

With Pulsar - the world's most advanced PNT satellite infrastructure in Low Earth Orbit - Xona will ... We're seeking a Senior Navigation Engineer to lead critical initiatives within our Navigation ...

The Aerospace Corporation

Systems Engineer (Project Engineer - Systems Engineering)**. In this role, you will support NASA ... Experience with space communication and/or navigation systems, such as satellite ground station ...

The Aerospace Corporation

Provide systems engineering and technical integration support forSCaNcommercialization and ... Experience with space communication and/or navigation systems, such as satellite ground station ...

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Communication Navigation Engineer_

Dayton, OH • On-site

Diaconia
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$90K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Technical Support
  • Apply engineering and scientific principles to improve performance and sustainability of existing and future Air Force and joint service weapon systems.
  • Support application of MIL-HDBK-516C Airworthiness Certification Criteria to aircraft systems and subsystems.
  • Support System Integrity Programs including Mechanical Systems Integrity Program (MECSIP), Critical Safety Item (CSI) management, and airworthiness certification monitoring.

Requirements Development & Analysis
  • Assist in translating operational/user requirements into weapon system requirements for design, development, testing, and deployment.
  • Support requirement and technology development into actionable plans, policies, and acquisition strategies.
  • Conduct system concept development, trade-off assessments, and technical/mission analyses.
  • Provide rapid response engineering support to address critical supportability and safety issues.

Documentation & Programmatic Support
  • Assist in the preparation and review of key program documentation including ICD, ORD/CDD, CONOPS, CPD, SRD, SEP, TEMP, PESHE, PPP, TTPs, IAS, SCG, and other acquisition and technical documents.
  • Contribute to milestone reviews and the development of staff summaries and executive briefings.
  • Support and participate in program reviews and working groups (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, TIM, PMR).

Systems Engineering & Airworthiness
  • Assist in OSS&E (Operational Safety, Suitability, and Effectiveness) compliance per AF policy.
  • Support LCSE processes to ensure OSS&E is maintained throughout the system life cycle.
  • Conduct system safety program activities including mishap risk assessments, safety analyses, and mitigation support.
  • Participate in United States Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century (AFSO21) initiatives.

Technical Evaluation & Risk Management
  • Evaluate prime and subcontractor proposals including ECPs, ACSNs, CCPs, FAA bulletins, and risk assessments.
  • Assist in equipment and software deficiency analysis and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support IMP, IMS, and Systems Engineering Detail Schedule (SEDS) development and cost estimation.
  • Support configuration management, data management, and risk management processes.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or related technical field. Must be ABET Certified Degree https://www.abet.org/
  • Familiarity with U.S. DoD and U.S. Air Force engineering principles, airworthiness certification processes, and acquisition lifecycle.
  • Must have Air Force Engineering experience as a contractor, US Government employee and/or U.S. Military.
  • Must have Avionic Experience/Skillset
  • Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams in a structured engineering environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required DoD Secret or Top Secret Security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with aircraft systems and subsystem certification.
  • Knowledge of USAF System Integrity Programs, OSS&E, and AFSO21 initiatives.
  • Prior experience with technical document development and milestone review participation.
  • Familiarity with risk management, configuration management, and system safety processes.
  • Active security clearance.
  • Support technical compliance for avionics development, testing, and sustainment including navigation, LOS/BLOS communications, network protocols, IPSec, SOAP/XML, and air data systems.
  • Evaluate technical documentation for compliance and airworthiness, summarize findings, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on threat warning and countermeasure systems, including radar warning receivers (e.g., AN/ALR-69A) and infrared countermeasure systems such as LAIRCM.
  • Must have knowledge of Avionics and Avionics Systems

Salary Description
$90,000 - $115,000 Depending on Experience

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