SATCOM Systems Engineer

Overview

Support SATCOM mission planning, performance analysis, and certification for US Space Force.

Key Responsibilities

• satcom evaluation
• performance modelling
• trend analysis
• wsoms planning
• certification tracking
• terminal assessment

Tasks

-Support evaluation of new SATCOM technologies and recommend changes to current standards. -Support generation of engineering-based assessments for performance of terminals and track against standards. -Interpret terminal and modem performance, characteristics and functionality to create and build accurate performance models. -Utilize knowledge and experience to conduct detailed analysis of trending satellite, modem and terminal resources. -Utilizing Wideband Satellite Communications Operational Management System (WSOMS) knowledge and experience, provide mission planning to Wideband SATCOM missions. -Support monitoring and tracking of terminal performance certification reports throughout all phases of performance certification processes. -Provide support to Terminal and Modem Operations and Planning Support Services. -Support SATCOM mission planning using WSOMS. -Support assessments of terminals and modems.

Requirements

• satcom
• technical analysis
• problem solving
• ba/bs
• top secret
• travel

What You Bring

-Travel Requirements: Up to 50% -Demonstrated proficiency in SATCOM principles, technical analysis, and problem solving -BA/BS or 5 years’ experience, 3+ years in SATCOM (WGS, DSCS, MUOS) -An active Top Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.

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Benefits

-Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

About Kbr, Inc.

-Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure. -Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D. -Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing. -Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning. -Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities. -Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-active top secret clearance required (u.s. citizen only)