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# Director, Systems Engineering

- **Company:** Vivid Technology
- **Location:** Rockville, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, JIRA, Beamforming, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Data Transmissions, Formal Verification, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Radio-Frequency Identification, Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Modeling Language, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Jama (Software), Information Technology
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/28_25303_30207d7e809adc9ebc28aa13c0d39f22

## About the Role

This is a senior engineering leadership opportunity for an experienced systems engineering professional with a strong background in satellite communications, phased-array antenna technology and complex RF systems. The successful individual will combine technical expertise with the ability to lead, develop and grow a high-performing engineering team., * Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical discipline; postgraduate qualifications preferred.

 * 10+ years' experience in systems engineering, software/hardware development or complex telecommunications and satellite systems.
 * Proven engineering leadership experience, including managing, mentoring and developing engineering teams.
 * Strong understanding of satellite communications, RF systems and digital communications.
 * Experience with Ku/Ka-band phased-array antennas, beamforming, calibration and antenna integration.
 * Background in system architecture, requirements management and verification methodologies.
 * Practical experience with OTA testing, satellite trials and RF-to-baseband integration.
 * Strong programming or modelling experience with MATLAB, Python and/or C/C++.
 * Understanding of computer networking, TCP/IP and communications protocols.
 * Familiarity with requirements tools such as DOORS, Jama or Jira.
 * 3GPP Release 17 or later, 5G NR-NTN and non-terrestrial networks.
 * DVB-S2X and multi-orbit satellite user terminals.
 * Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML.
 * Antenna production testing, calibration and regulatory certification.
 * Experience working within EAR/ITAR-controlled environments.

## Description

Working closely with hardware, software, RF, product and programme teams, you will help deliver next-generation multi-orbit satellite connectivity solutions across LEO, MEO and GEO networks., * Lead, mentor and develop a multidisciplinary systems engineering team, including performance management, resource planning and technical development.

 * Own end-to-end User Terminal system architecture, requirements definition and technical design decisions.
 * Drive systems engineering across Ku/Ka-band phased-array antennas, beamformer chipsets, RF front ends, modems and baseband technologies.
 * Lead RF and system-level trade-offs, including link budgets, G/T, EIRP, beamforming and antenna performance.
 * Oversee system integration, verification and validation, including OTA testing, satellite trials and field evaluations.
 * Establish requirements management, verification strategies, test plans and product release processes.
 * Work cross-functionally to manage technical risks, resolve complex engineering challenges and deliver product roadmaps.
 * Support the integration of 5G NR-NTN and multi-orbit satellite capabilities into next-generation terminal platforms.
 * Engage with customers, partners and senior stakeholders on technical strategy and product delivery.