Senior Satellite Communications Engineer

ManTech

18d ago

Job
Full-time
Expert Level
Engineering
IT & Cybersecurity
Reston

AI generated summary

You need 10+ years in satellite communications, willingness to travel 25%-50%, strong VSAT experience, network admin skills, current Top Secret clearance, and effective communication abilities.
You will install, configure, and troubleshoot satellite systems globally, train personnel, analyze performance, enhance support processes, and communicate with vendors while preparing briefings as needed.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant satellite, worldwide communications, and network engineering experience
Ability and willingness to travel overseas 25% - 50% of the time
Strong experience traveling worldwide and installing, configuring, and pointing satellite communications equipment, particularly Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) and engineering reliable and secure communications networks
Strong experience working with satellite communications providers to obtain, monitor, and support equipment
Strong Network administration experience, including DNS, routing, and firewall configuration
Strong experience monitoring satellite communications equipment and networks to resolve potential issues before they create outages or otherwise interrupt communications
Must have an active/current Top Secret security clearance
Must be able to be in a stationary position more than 50% of the time
Must be able to communicate, converse, and exchange information with peers and senior personnel
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a computer
The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

Responsibilities

Traveling worldwide to install and configure new systems and networks as well as upgrade, maintain, and recap existing systems and networks, including all infrastructure and related components
Training in-country technical support personnel to perform Tier 0-1 troubleshooting and maintenance on parts of deployed systems, both in-country and remotely
Communicating with in-country personnel remotely, while not traveling, to troubleshoot and resolve Tier 2-4 issues and documenting issues and resolutions appropriately
Working with network management personnel on integration issues to maximize system performance
Designing and updating in-country and worldwide satellite and communications architectures
Performing load analysis of systems and communications links to ensure the entire network is functioning properly and can support future expansion; evaluating performance and recommending improvements
Supporting and improving the processes and procedures needed to provide real-time technical support for deployed systems and networks and providing early warning for potential issues
Interfacing with third party vendors for monitoring, troubleshooting, tracking, and resolving issues and preventing potential future issues
Working with quality assurance/testing personnel to define acceptance criteria for each release cycle and testing communications systems as needed
Preparing and presenting briefings to the Sponsor as required

FAQs

Is this position remote or onsite?

This position is onsite in Reston, VA.

How much travel is required for this job?

The job requires traveling overseas 25% - 50% of the time.

What type of experience is needed for this role?

The role requires 10+ years of relevant satellite, worldwide communications, and network engineering experience.

What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Satellite Communications Engineer?

The primary responsibility includes deploying, configuring, upgrading, troubleshooting, and maintaining satellite and other communications systems and networks.

Is a security clearance required for this position?

Yes, an active/current Top Secret security clearance is required.

What specific satellite communications equipment does this role focus on?

The role focuses particularly on Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) equipment.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this position?

There are no preferred qualifications listed for this position.

What are the basic network administration skills required?

Strong network administration experience is needed, including DNS, routing, and firewall configuration.

Will the Senior Satellite Communications Engineer be responsible for training in-country personnel?

Yes, the engineer will train in-country technical support personnel to perform Tier 0-1 troubleshooting and maintenance.

What kind of communication is expected between the engineer and in-country personnel?

The engineer will communicate remotely with in-country personnel to troubleshoot and resolve Tier 2-4 issues.

ManTech

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Industry

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Employees

1968

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

ManTech is more than a technology company. We are a company dedicated to service, and we consider our work a part of the public trust. The people of ManTech are privileged to work for the security of the United States, the welfare of our service members and veterans, the protection of our communities, and the cause of better health care. We have served the nation for more than 50 years, and in that time we have continually changed and grown to provide the technology that government needs to meet new challenges. We seek people with the same strong ethic of service, creativity, energy, and dedication to serving our country. We are comprised of more than 9,800 talented employees around the world. Nearly half of our employees are veterans. Many others come from the Intelligence Community, Homeland Security and federal civilian agencies. We understand our customers’ challenges because we know their world firsthand. When Federal managers and military leaders face tough challenges in cyber, data collection & analysis, enterprise IT or systems and software engineering, they turn to ManTech to get the job done right. These professionals trust ManTech and stay with us for years because we understand their needs and tackle their most complex challenges head on. They know that reaching their goal is our ultimate objective.