Senior Communications Engineer

Astrion • Bedford, MA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Astrion is hiring a Senior Communications Engineer to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/Airborne Warning and Control System (AFLCMC/HBS/WIW). The AWACS Division delivers airborne Battle Management Command & Control capabilities for joint, allied, coalition, humanitarian, and homeland defense operations. Modernization efforts include revitalizing legacy mission systems, replacing aging computer architectures, integrating multi-sensor data fusion, and improving expeditionary readiness and availability. The Division also supports planned divestiture of the E-3 platform and development of future airborne C2 capabilities.

This is a full-time, salaried hybrid position located at Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. The position requires a U.S. citizen who has and can maintain a Secret-level clearance. The stated salary range is $115,000–$130,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have and be able to maintain a Secret-level clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 12 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs; alternatively, 15 years of experience, including at least 8 years supporting DoD programs.
• Experience in communications systems engineering, integration, and lifecycle management supporting defense acquisition programs.
• Experience developing and implementing communications plans, procedures, and technical documentation in accordance with DoD acquisition processes.
• Experience with communications systems interface management and integration with complex weapon systems and mission platforms.
• Knowledge of RF engineering, including antenna systems, RF cable design, and signal propagation characteristics.
• Knowledge of RF spectrum analysis and testing, including harmonics, intermodulation, comb generators, and third-order intercept point (IP3) evaluation.
• Knowledge of analog and digital modulation techniques, receiver sensitivity and selectivity, and communications performance optimization.
• Experience with automated test and measurement systems using computer-controlled instrumentation and Microsoft Office Suite for technical reporting and analysis.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to explain complex technical concepts to program, engineering, and customer stakeholders.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration experience with engineering, acquisition, logistics, test, and operational teams.
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in fast-paced acquisition and modernization environments.
• Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, including experience supporting diverse and international teams.
• Adaptability, proactivity, organizational skills, attention to detail, and situational awareness.
• Ability to lead technical efforts through influence and foster teamwork and consensus across geographically dispersed organizations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze communication terminals, satellite relays, internet and broadband technologies, and wireless telephone services, and oversee development, integration, and fielding of communications equipment in the acquisition process.
• Develop and implement plans and procedures to manage communications work in accordance with acquisition processes.
• Manage communications system interfaces to facilitate integration with weapon systems.
• Manage communications system design and build activities throughout lifecycle phases.
• Work with common antennas and RF cable designs and their characteristics, including harmonics, third-order intercept point, comb generators, receiver sensitivity and selectivity, analog and digital modulation techniques, and intermodulation.
• Program test and measurement equipment via a computer interface.
• Assist with support of a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver system.
• Select, install, and test RF components such as antennas, cables, switches, and down converters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed