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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SATCOM Engineer (Security Clearance Required) - **Company:** Defense, Llc - **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $200,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Collaborative Software, DevOps, Satcom, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Architecture, Systems Integration - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ea30a7a801bf3596 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electircal Engineering, or a related technical discipline. * Minimum of 10 years of experience in Systems Engineering or a related engineering discipline supporting complex Government, DoD, aerospace, or space programs. * Experience analyzing system requirements, developing system architectures, and supporting system integration efforts. * Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools, including Atlassian JIRA and Confluence. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary engineering teams. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to Government and program leadership. * Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance is required. Preferred Qualifications: * Professional certification such as INCOSE CSEP, or equivalent. * Experience supporting Space Systems Command (SSC), U.S. Space Force, Department of Defense, or other National Security Space programs. * Strong knowledge of Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems, Ground Systems, SATCOM terminals, or cryptologic solutions. * Experience supporting the systems engineering lifecycle for space, aerospace, or defense programs. * Background in cybersecurity principles, secure system architectures, and Risk Management Framework (RMF). * Experience working within Agile software development or DevOps environments. * Familiarity with systems integration, verification and validation, and engineering lifecycle processes. Desired Skills: * Strong systems engineering foundation with the ability to analyze complex technical challenges and develop practical solutions. * Experience supporting satellite communications systems and next-generation space capabilities. * Knowledge of system architecture, systems integration, networking, and secure infrastructure design. * Ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams while managing competing priorities. * Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills. * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively engage Government customers and technical stakeholders. * Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and foster collaboration across engineering organizations. * Self-motivated with a commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and mission success., * Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: * SATCOM: 5 years (Preferred) Security clearance: * Top Secret (Required) ## Description Defense Technical Recruiting (DTR) is seeking an experienced SATCOM Systems Engineer to support critical national security space programs for the U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in El Segundo, California. This position plays a key role in the design, integration, analysis, and implementation of systems supporting next-generation space capabilities. The Engineer will work closely with Government stakeholders, program leadership, and cross-functional engineering teams to develop innovative, scalable, and secure system solutions. This role requires a strong systems engineering background, excellent technical leadership skills, and the ability to analyze architectures while supporting the full systems engineering lifecycle. Candidates with experience supporting Satellite Communications (SATCOM), ground systems are highly desired., * Serve as the primary engineering interface with Government customers regarding systems engineering technical considerations, risks, issues, and resolutions. * Analyze user requirements, operational concepts, system requirements, and high-level system architectures to develop effective engineering solutions. * Support the design, development, integration, and implementation supporting space and defense missions. * Collaborate with software development, cybersecurity, operations, and infrastructure teams to deliver integrated, mission-focused solutions. * Lead technical projects from concept through implementation while ensuring quality, schedule, and technical objectives are achieved. * Evaluate system performance, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend enhancements to increase reliability, scalability, and operational effectiveness. * Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including system architectures, configuration documentation, technical procedures, and engineering plans. * Participate in technical reviews, engineering working groups, and system design discussions. * Ensure engineering solutions comply with Government requirements, industry standards, cybersecurity policies, and organizational best practices. * Evaluate emerging technologies and provide technical recommendations to improve system capabilities. * Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary engineering teams. ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Securing your application software supply-chain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/468-securing-your-application-software-supply-chain) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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