Satellite Systems Engineer

Leidos

23h•$107,900 - $195,050

About The Position

Leidos is seeking an experienced Satellite Systems Engineer to support enterprise-level SATCOM operations for the Antarctic Support Contract. The role provides technical operations and maintenance support to seasonal Satellite Engineering staff stationed in Antarctica, and performs satellite systems engineering for new and existing systems. Work includes strategic planning, satellite time scheduling, spares inventory planning and control, test planning and execution, preventative maintenance oversight and documentation, and management of standard operating procedures, technical procedures, and related documentation. The engineer also works with Project Managers and external organizations to develop proposals and solutions, and to build or modify satellite terminals and related network equipment. The position requires annual deployment to Antarctica during the Austral Summer, as needed, for approximately 4 to 16 weeks per year. Candidates must complete the physical and dental examinations required by the National Science Foundation (NSF), and must be eligible for deployment following applicable background investigation and security screening. U.S. citizenship is required by contract. A Public Trust security clearance must be obtained before the start date; the process may take up to four months. Leidos Antarctic Support Contract is the prime contractor to the NSF in support of the United States Antarctic Program. Leidos provides science and logistics support across McMurdo Station, Palmer Station, South Pole Station, and deep field sites. The anticipated annual salary range stated for the role is $140,000–$155,000; the posting also lists a general pay range of $107,900–$195,050, which is not a guarantee of compensation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 8 or more years of experience, or a master's degree and 6 or more years of experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Knowledge of satellite communications systems architecture, capabilities, and standards.
Experience with satellite terminal operations and maintenance.
Experience in satellite system design, including creating drawings, system overviews, sustainment plans, and decommissioning plans.
Ability to troubleshoot satellite systems issues in person and remotely.
Proficiency with satellite-system-related test equipment and test procedures.
Ability to provide remote support to on-station satellite engineering, network, and system administrator staff.
Experience creating, updating, and coordinating maintenance procedures and maintenance log documentation.
Ability to create and analyze link budgets.
Knowledge of and experience applying safety standards.
Experience working within a highly matrixed, cross-functional team environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to deploy to Antarctica and complete the required NSF physical and dental examinations.
U.S. citizenship.
Must obtain a Public Trust security clearance before the start date.
Must meet deployment eligibility requirements, including applicable background investigation and security screening.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with satellite down-time scheduling and user notification processes.
Experience working with third-party subcontracted support entities.
Proficiency with Ansys Systems Tool Kit.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio.
Experience working with Project Managers.
Programming and software modification proficiency.
Experience with Satellite Access Request (SAR) scheduling.
Familiarity with the ARSTRAT certification process.
Familiarity with DataPath products such as MaxView.

Responsibilities

Deploy to Antarctica annually for 4 to 16 weeks, as needed.
Maintain satellite earth terminal hardware, software, and related systems.
Capture and analyze maintenance and system health metrics.
Advise and advocate for timely system lifecycle replacements, upgrades, and decommissioning.
Provide training and support to deployed seasonal Satellite Engineers.
Manage satellite scheduling to meet mission requirements.
Advise leadership on system risks and opportunities.
Provide technical operations and maintenance support to on-station seasonal Satellite Engineering staff.
Engineer new satellite systems and modifications to existing systems.
Perform strategic planning and spares inventory planning and control.
Create and execute test plans, and ensure preventative maintenance is performed and documented.
Manage standard operating procedures, technical procedures, and related documentation.
Work with Project Managers and external organizations to develop proposals and solutions, and build or modify satellite terminals and related network equipment.
Provide remote support to on-station satellite engineering, network, and system administrator staff.