Senior Communications System Engineer

Parsons Corporation-posted 4 months ago

$100,900 - $176,600/Yr

Full-time • Senior

Herndon, VA

5,001-10,000 employees

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Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Communications and Networking Systems Engineer to join our team! This engineer will play a critical role in designing and delivering mission-focused, tactical networking and communications systems. We are looking for a thought leader who understands military tactical communications from both an operational and theoretical perspective, and who is passionate about solving complex real-world problems through innovative system design and integration.

Leads system architecture, design, and development of tactical communications and networking systems from concept through deployment and sustainment.
Translates operational mission needs into technical requirements and scalable, fieldable system solutions.
Authors and reviews documentation such as interface control documents (ICDs), specifications, system descriptions, and test plans.
Designs and implements secure, resilient networking architectures that may include mesh, MANET, SATCOM, LOS/NLOS, and RF-based solutions.
Analyzes and integrates physical layer technologies including waveforms, modulation schemes, error correction, and compression techniques to optimize performance in constrained and contested tactical environments.
Evaluates and integrates emerging technologies, including SDRs, 5G, and edge compute, to enhance system capabilities.
Participates in and leads Analysis of Alternatives, CONOPS development, and Technology Readiness Assessments.
Collaborates closely with internal engineers, government stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment with mission needs and technical feasibility.
Mentors junior engineers and contributes to the growth and technical direction of the program.

Minimum of 8 years of experience in tactical communications, military networking, and/or systems engineering.
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
A Bachelor’s degree with highly relevant experience may be considered.
Deep understanding of tactical networking architectures and protocols (e.g., IP/RF convergence, SATCOM, MANET, Link-16, SINCGARS, TSM, WINT-T).
Strong knowledge of Layer 1–3 networking, including routing/switching, waveforms, RF propagation, and secure communications protocols.
Demonstrated experience designing or integrating mission-critical communication systems for DOD or IC programs.
Familiarity with tools such as DOORS, SysML/UML, or Model-Based Systems Engineering practices.
Experience producing high-quality, customer-facing technical documentation and participating in design reviews.
Must be a U.S. citizen with an active Top Secret clearance.

TS/SCI clearance preferred.
Hands-on experience with fielded communications systems in operational settings (e.g., military exercises, deployed environments).
Background in RF systems, SDR platforms, or waveform design and integration.
Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to take initiative, drive technical strategy, and lead through ambiguity.
Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to proposal or business development efforts.

Endless growth opportunities
Culture of excellence and close-knit teams
Investment in employee wellbeing

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