Tactical Communications Specialist

Spry Methods • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

Spry Methods is seeking a Telecommunications Specialist with deep experience in Satellite Communications (SATCOM), C4 systems, and joint communications integration to support senior-level Marine Corps and DoD stakeholders. This role blends strategic planning, technical leadership, and policy coordination across Service, Joint, and interagency forums. The ideal candidate brings hands-on SATCOM expertise combined with the ability to represent customer equities at the enterprise and joint levels.

Requirements

• Active SECRET Clearance.
• Extensive experience with SATCOM planning, operations, and integration in DoD or federal environments.
• Strong working knowledge of MAGTF, Joint, and Service-level communications architectures.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or participating in JCIDS, DISA, or Joint governance forums.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for senior leaders.
• Proven ability to work independently while coordinating across multiple organizations and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefing at the O-6 / SES level.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting Headquarters Marine Corps, DC I / C4, or similar Service-level organizations.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes and satellite communications modernization efforts.
• Background in telecommunications policy, spectrum management, or commercial SATCOM integration.
• Experience in hybrid or telework-enabled environments supporting geographically distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior SATCOM and telecommunications subject matter expert, supporting planning, integration, and execution of Marine Corps and Joint communications capabilities.
• Develop and interpret policies, strategies, and implementation plans for satellite communications services across tactical and enterprise environments.
• Represent customer interests in Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) activities, DISA forums, and other DoD governance and working groups.
• Coordinate Marine Corps participation in SATCOM-related working groups (e.g., DISA Teleport, Global NetOps, Joint network operations activities).
• Analyze and develop vetted positions on C4 and SATCOM issues; prepare senior leaders for governance boards, working groups, and executive-level briefings.
• Monitor acquisition programs and emerging technologies related to SATCOM, commercial bandwidth, and communications infrastructure.
• Conduct technical, fiscal, and programmatic analysis to inform policy decisions and long-range planning.
• Author briefings, white papers, and decision support materials for senior DoD leadership.
• Collaborate with counterparts across the Services, Combatant Commands, OSD, and coalition partners to resolve interoperability and integration challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees