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# SATCOM Network Engineer

- **Company:** Science Applications International Corporation
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $200,001.0 - $240,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Network Analysis, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Ethernet, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol, Multi-protocol Systems, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Protocols, Satcom, Software Requirements Analysis, TCP/IP, Software Verification, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9211679/satcom-network-engineer

## About the Role

* Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered for this position
 * Experience with RF communication
 * Basic understanding of network protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, UDP, Ethernet, MPLS)
 * Basic understanding of information security principles (e.g. confidentiality, integrity, availability, risk management)
 * Ability to perform security assessments (e.g. vulnerability scans, risk analysis) on ground segment software and network devices
 * Knowledge of IP networking, routing, and switching concepts, QoS, and network monitoring
 * Ability to configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, and satellite modem equipment
 * Experience providing end-to-end systems engineering support for operational equipment
 * Experience developing and implementing program management plans, equipment test plans, operational readiness plans and technical requirements
 * Ability to maintain accurate configuration management records and traceability matrices
 * Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across government and commercial sectors
 * Educational background in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field
 * 10+ years of experience with a degree. 15+ years of experience without a degree, * Professional experience or completion of academic coursework in satellite communications, RF design, or information security
 * Experience with RF instrumentation (e.g. spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters)
 * Hands-on experience with environmental test chambers (e.g. thermal, vibration, EMI/EMC)
 * Security+ or another security certification
 * Network+ or another network certification
 * Experience authoring User Requirements Documents (URDs), System Requirements Documents (SRDs) and Requirements Verification Traceability Matrices (RVTMs)

## Description

SAIC has an immediate opening for a Networking Engineer with skills in SATCOM or RF. In this role you will support mission-focused operations by applying expertise in RF communications, IP networking, and information security to configure, troubleshoot, and secure satellite and ground-segment systems. The role involves performing vulnerability assessments, maintaining configuration records, developing technical and program management documentation, and ensuring end-to-end system readiness while collaborating closely with government and commercial stakeholders. Candidates benefit from knowledge of RF instrumentation, environmental testing, and industry certifications in networking or security.


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