NS-Systems Architect (Tactical Network / SATCOM / RF Integration)
NETSEA Technologies
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About The Position
The Systems Architect provides technical leadership in the design and evolution of large-scale tactical communications architectures. This role focuses on future-state design, integration strategy, and modernization of Army and joint network capabilities, bridging operational requirements with emerging technologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
- 10–15+ years of experience in systems/network architecture
- Deep expertise in Tactical Army communications systems, SATCOM (TDMA/FDMA, terminals, modems), RF communications and transmission systems, and IP networking and transport architectures
- Experience developing architectures across system-of-systems environments
- Strong understanding of DoDAF and enterprise architecture frameworks
- Experience interfacing with Government leadership and stakeholders
- U.S. Citizen with Secret clearance
Nice To Haves
- Master’s strongly preferred
- Prior experience with PEO C3T, PM Tactical Network, or similar programs
- Experience with line-of-sight (LOS) and transmission engineering concepts such as waveforms, antennas, and link performance
- Cloud/network convergence experience
- Active TS clearance preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop end-to-end tactical network architectures integrating RF, SATCOM, and IP transport
- Define architecture frameworks aligned to DoDAF and Army network modernization strategies
- Lead design of multi-domain, multi-transport communications systems (LOS, BLOS, SATCOM, 5G, etc.)
- Ensure interoperability across Army tactical systems, Joint and coalition networks, and Commercial and cloud-based services
- Guide technology insertion and modernization efforts
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend integration into program baselines
- Lead architectural reviews and technical decision boards
- Provide subject matter expertise on RF propagation, link budgets, and waveform selection; SATCOM system design and integration; and Network scalability, resiliency, and survivability
- Develop architecture artifacts, roadmaps, and technical strategies
- Mentor engineers and provide technical direction across programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
