> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2179813-satcom-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2179813-satcom-systems-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SATCOM Systems Engineer - **Company:** Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $86,900.0 - $198,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Information Systems, Internet Protocol, Satcom, Systems Architecture, DODAF - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9095270/satcom-systems-engineer ## About the Role Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in Department of Defense satellite communications ( SATCOM ) ? You understand your customer's environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer focused engineering solution., * 4+ years of experience in DoD end-to-end SATCOM systems engineering and architecture design or integration for Defense Information Systems Network ( DISN ) or SATCOM Gateway or Teleport capabilities * 4+ years of experience in DoD system lifecycle activities such as acquisition, requirements analysis, engineering, design, integration, sustainment, or technical refresh * 4+ years of experience assessing satellite communications system architectures and current hardware limitations, definition and selection of new concepts and approaches, design, development, and implementation * 4+ years of experience leading engineering tasks asso cia ted with the development, design, or integration of SATCOM systems comprised of multiple components and subsystems * 4+ years of experience participating in the planning, organizing, and conducting of technical project design and development, testing, fielding, and sustainment * Knowledge of the DoD systems acquisition process and systems engineering requirements for military SATCOM systems such as wideband, narrowband, or protected * Knowledge of DoD Architecture Framework ( DoDAF ) , Satellite Communications, and IP network technologies * Ability to coordinate and consolidate disparate design efforts for an enterprise SATCOM system optimizing cost, schedule, performance risks, and developing mitigation plans * Top Secret clearance * Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or IT field Nice If You Have: * Experience working at DoD CIO, Joint Staff, Combatant Command, Service, or Agency level * Experience developing systems engineering documentation such as CDD, CONOPS, Systems Engineering Plans, Systems Architecture Diagrams, Memorandum of Understanding ( MOU ) , Memorandum of Agreements ( MOA ) , or Test Plans, Engineering Change Proposals ( ECP ) * INCOSE CSEP, ASEP Certification Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; Top Secret clearance is required. ## Description As a SATCOM Systems Engineer on our team, you have the chance to shape future SATCOM systems by leading systems engineering efforts to deliver enterprise SATCOM capabilities for a worldwide network of SATCOM facilities that provide multifaceted critical data to tactical and strategic users. 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