DSS, Inc. · 1 day ago
Communications Systems Engineer - SBG
SBG - El Segundo - El Segundo, CA 90245
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $140K/yr
12+ years expSBG Technology Solutions, Inc. (SBG), a DSS, Inc. company, offers Systems Engineering, Enterprise Modernization, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and IT Governance innovation to Federal and commercial clients nationwide. The Communications Systems Engineer is responsible for developing and managing technical requirements for satellite communication systems and ground terminals, conducting in-depth technical analyses, and providing data-driven recommendations for optimal solutions.
Enterprise SoftwareInformation ServicesInformation TechnologySoftwareTraining
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Elicit, analyze, define, and manage technical requirements for satellite communication systems and ground terminals, translating high-level operational needs into detailed, verifiable system specifications
Conduct comprehensive technical analyses and trade studies to evaluate design alternatives, assess performance feasibility, and make data-driven recommendations for optimal system solutions, considering constraints imposed by military user terminals
Design and analyze end-to-end RF communication systems, including satellite payloads and ground terminals, to meet mission requirements, with a focus on seamless integration with military user equipment to existing SATCOM solutions
Develop and maintain detailed link budgets for satellite communication links, performing margin assessments and optimizing system performance based on modulation schemes, coding, and environmental factors, with specific consideration for user equipment performance
Create and simulate realistic communication scenarios to evaluate system performance under various conditions, including signal impairments, interference, and atmospheric effects, particularly as they impact deployed user terminals
Apply in-depth knowledge of military and commercial SATCOM systems, including specific constellations (e.g., WGS, AEHF, MUOS) and standards, to develop and integrate solutions, particularly with respect to the user terminal segment
Analyze and evaluate the performance of various military user terminals (airborne, ground, maritime), ensuring interoperability and compatibility within the overall communication architecture
Support the integration, verification, and validation of communication equipment and software. Develop and execute test plans for lab and field evaluations of ground and space components, including specific tests for military user equipment over satellite systems
Provide technical expertise on ground terminal architecture and design, including antennas, RF front-ends, modems, and data processing, ensuring compatibility with the military user terminal ecosystem
Participate in the definition of system architectures and interfaces, ensuring modularity, scalability, and compatibility across system components, from the space layer to the tactical user
Investigate and resolve system anomalies, performance discrepancies, and technical issues throughout the system lifecycle, often involving user equipment in deployed scenarios
Produce and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system specifications, test procedures, interface control documents (ICDs), and analysis reports
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including hardware and software engineers, mission planners, and military end-users, to deliver integrated system solutions
Qualification
Required
12+ years of experience in communications systems engineering, with a focus on RF satellite communication systems
Strong understanding of RF principles, antenna systems, digital signal processing (DSP), and modulation/demodulation techniques
Proven experience with the systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements definition, decomposition, verification, and validation
Demonstrated ability to perform complex technical analysis, trade studies, and generate data-driven recommendations
Proficiency with link budget and RF simulation and modeling tools, such as STK (Systems Tool Kit), MATLAB, or custom scripts
Experience with both MILSATCOM and COMSATCOM systems, protocols, and architectures (LEO, MEO, GEO)
Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
Must be able to pass a Federal background check
Must be determined suitable for federal employment
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
Preferred
A Master's degree is preferred
Direct experience with military user terminals and ground equipment (e.g., AN/PRC, AN/MRC series, SATCOM On-The-Move systems)
Familiarity with the certification processes (e.g., Joint Interoperability Test Command – JITC, MIL-STD-188-164C, MIL-STD-188-165B) for military terminals
Demonstrated experience leading technical efforts or small teams on complex communications projects
Active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance
Experience with programming/scripting languages like Python, C++, or MATLAB for data analysis and test automation
Hands-on experience with RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators
Familiarity with secure and classified communication systems, cryptographic equipment, and Information Assurance (IA) requirements
Experience with MBSE tools and methodologies
Company
DSS, Inc.
Document Storage Systems, Inc.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
Mission Daybreak
2022-09-19Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Rodney Neal
VP Sales Marketing & CRO
Kelly Kavooras
Chief Marketing Officer
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