Principal SATCOM Systems Engineer

Job Description

This position will report to the Manager of Tactical Solutions Systems and Test Engineering. This position has responsibility for leading systems engineering tasks associated with the development of tactical solutions flight systems and sub systems with an emphasis on Phased Array and Satellite Communications technologies.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform systems engineering tasks throughout the lifecycle of tactical programs or R&D projects.
• Support the development, test and evaluation of hardware, software, support equipment and systems as required.
• Provide technical expertise and support to business development team.
• Link budget analysis for SATCOM and LOS communications.
• System requirements derivation and composition.
• System cascade analysis.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of related experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in SATCOM Systems and Design supporting DoW and Commercial communications.
• Excellent communication skills are essential, including the ability to understand the customer’s needs and provide clear communication of proposed solutions to both BAE Systems. Inc. management and the customer.
• Intimately familiar with Military and Commercial SATCOM terminal requirements, validation, and certification.
• Experience designing terminals for use on LEO, MEO, GEO based constellations
• Familiar with Line-of-Sight (LOS) based communication systems.
• Experience with System Integration aboard DoW platforms.
• Experience with Software Defined Radio systems, including FPGA and SW based waveform development.
• Experience leading teams of Engineers in all disciplines, from product conception to final delivery.
• Experience with government proposals, including composing Statements of Work (SOW) and Technical Specifications.
• Intimately familiar with antenna design and performance parameters.
• Familiar with Phased Array Antenna design.
• Familiar with antenna performance validation methodologies, including indoor range and outdoor testing.
• Familiar with RF design concepts.
• Proficient in MATLAB.
• Familiarity with antenna and RF test equipment: signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, etc.
• Familiarity with SATCOM terminal integration for MODEMs supporting multiple orbits and networks
• Ability to perform link budgets, coverage analysis and SATCOM terminal performance predictions
• Experience with typical SATCOM terminal hardware: frequency conversion, references, MODEMs, Antennas, etc.

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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Advanced computer application skills, such as Matlab, C, C , IDL, STK, DOORS, Python, and other analytical tools.
• MBSE tool experience.
• Experience with Systems Engineering execution.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills—ability to coordinate activities of a team, predict and meet schedules, resolve disconnects.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.