communications systems engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems

<div>Basic Qualifications :
<div>
Requires a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.</div><div></div><div> 
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.</div>
Responsibilities for this Position:
<div>
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:</div><div>
As a systems engineer for Network &amp; Communications Systems (NCS), you&rsquo;ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for networking architecture, design, development, and troubleshooting.</div><div></div><div> 
We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:</div><ul><li>
Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP) preferred</li><li>
Hands-on experience with configuration of multi-vendor routers and switches and network architecture</li><li>
network troubleshooting using Wireshark and similar tools to isolate issues</li><li>
Experience with IP Multicast configuration and trouble-shooting</li><li>
Experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 Virtual Private Networking (VPN) over Meshed military radio networks desired</li><li>
Experience with OpenVPX chassis and CMOSS / SOSA</li><li>
Experience with virtual environments [VMWare/Linux] and virtual devices: routers; firewalls; call managers; Bandwidth Virtualization (Seeker)</li><li>
Experience with basic configuration hardening settings to conform to STIGs and RMF security recommendations for Routers/Switches and other devices</li></ul><div></div><div> 
What sets you apart:</div><ul><li>
Success leading the systems development life cycle with strong proficiency with requirements management and system modeling tools</li><li>
Creative thinker motivated to apply technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions</li><li>
Collaborative team player with the ability to provide technical leadership and position others for success</li><li>
Strong presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions</li><li>
Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others</li></ul><div>
Our Commitment to You:</div><ul><li>
An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.</li><li>
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation&rsquo;s security</li><li>
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)</li><li>
Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health &amp; wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more</li><li>
See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Workplace Options: 
This position is fully on-site OR Hybrid/Flex as desired. 
While on-site, you will be a part of the Taunton, MA facility.</div><div></div><div> 
#LI-Hybrid</div>
Salary Note: This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range: USD $130,617.00 - USD $138,000.00 /Yr. Company Overview:
<div>
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!</div><div> 
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans</div></div>

Systems Engineer - Networking Engineer

Raytheon

<div>Date Posted:
2026-01-14
Country:
United States of America
Location:
TX001: El Paso 7201 Montana Avenue , El Paso, TX, 79925 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance:
DoD Clearance: Secret
At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling &ndash; to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today&rsquo;s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow&rsquo;s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
What You Will Do:
Job Description:
The Communications Engineer shall serve as Primary in-country POC for Engineering support services to include technical assistance and reach back support. Additionally, will provide technical assistance and coordination for country specific communications working groups to include CIWG, CCIB and PMR.
The Communications Engineer, shall provide technical advice, assistance, and demonstration of methods to Kuwait military personnel for the testing, maintenance, repair, configuration, and operation of all Kuwait PATRIOT communications equipment (ECS, ICC, CRG, FSAMG, NMM, ITMK) located at seven (7) Fire Unit sites, 2 ICC Sites, CP1 (CDLIM ADSI, SEWS, CPN, DTCS/BLOS), Kuwait Air Operations Center (KAOC) and Backup Air Operations Center (BAOC).
The Communications Engineer shall be responsible for monitoring, reporting, maintenance, and configuration of tactical shelter and FSAMG equipment. Engineer must be knowledgeable in fault isolation and removal and replacement of COTS and military communications equipment.
The Communications Engineer shall assist in the coordination of maintenance/repairs with Battalion and Central Maintenance Facility (CMF) personnel. To include coordination with logistics team to ensure critical communication parts are inventoried and available in supply system. Will also assist in the coordination of direct support maintenance/repairs of all Patriot communications equipment to include the Repair and Return of non-repairable equipment to the appropriate vendor.
Assist in organizational and direct support of new equipment fielding and sustainment training, to include software PDB updates and hardware sweeps demanding updated training. Assist with preparations, systems integration &amp; check out (SICO) demonstration of modified systems.
Support Kuwait Air Defense in its system refresher operator training for FU and BN personnel to achieve and maintain operator proficiency. Provide guidance to KAD school instructors as needed.
The Communications Engineer shall assist with the Kuwait Patriot Risk Management Framework (RMF) and ensure compliance with program Physical and Cyber Security policies and procedures and coordinate these efforts with CENTCOM and Raytheon RMF teams on an annual basis.
The Communications Engineer shall be responsible for COMSEC management, inventory, and coordination with the Kuwait COMSEC Custodian.
The Communications Engineer shall also be responsible for Tower Mounted UHF/VHF equipment, requiring tower climbing certification.
Qualifications You Must Have :
 Must be proficient in maintaining, testing, and providing technical advice on the Patriot communications equipment, which includes the ECS, ICC, FSAMG, CRG, D-TCS/BLOS and CDLIM other associated equipment described in the job description above.
Must be able to configure/troubleshoot Call Management Servers, SPINS, routing, and connectivity and install site-specific configurations to Routers/Switches/Servers and communicate with Patriot Communication engineers on related issues.
Responsible for the loading and updating of all Red/Black Software (RBC, Window OS, RHEL OS, RMSS) as updates are issued to end user.
Knowledge in loading Patriot COMSEC Key material into the SKL and into relative Patriot communications equipment
Ability to identify, record, document and track faults and flaws in a device under test and report appropriately using Field Event tracking processes.
Ability to set up and maintain Tower Mounted UHF/VHF equipment.
Must be able to climb high towers to perform maintenance and troubleshooting on the FSAMG.
Must be willing to become certified and obtain certification as a communications tower climber
Qualifications We Prefer:
Knowledgeable of Cyber Security policies and procedures
Ability to work independently and as part of a highly diversified team.
A graduate of a communications course of instruction, or from a military communication course such as MOS 25 series in the US Army
Required Education (including major):
Required Education:
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree with 5 years of related experience, or Associates Degree with 8 years&rsquo; experience or HS Diploma/GED with 12 years of related experience.
What We Offer:
Whether you&rsquo;re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.
Additional Information:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products
#Patriot
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate&rsquo;s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company&rsquo;s performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans&rsquo; Readjustment Assistance Act.
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Patriot Communications Support Engineer- Kuwait

Amentum

<div>Purpose and Impact:
The Systems Cellular Engineer shall provide wireless/RF engineering support on systems, system elements, components, devices and/or processes. The position also requires the following:<ul>
<li>
Engineering disciplines to support design, development, and implementation activities</li>
<li>Reviewing, evaluating and analyzing equipment, components, engineering documents, test plans, test data and procedures</li>
<li>Conducting installation and maintenance of systems/equipment</li>
<li>Providing associated training to customer personnel</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of Wi-Fi or cellular systems to include current 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G communications network along with future technologies</li>
<li>General principles of RF communications and propagation.</li>
<li>Intermediate expertise on personal computers, associated software, and basic networking applications.</li>
<li>Direct field experience involving the integration, deployment, optimization and use of RF systems.</li>
<li>Experience with IP networking to include hardware platforms (Firewalls, switches, routers) with Cisco or equivalent certifications being a plus.</li>
<li>Must have experience in fielding telecommunications equipment with an emphasis on the RF interface (any combination of designing, building, testing, optimizing, evaluating, and deploying).</li>
<li>Project management experience along with the ability to articulate risk management efforts, defining timelines, and defining scope while working in a diverse cross-functional team.</li>
<li>The potential candidate should be a self-starter and capable of providing detailed documentation to stakeholders and other leadership team members.</li>
</ul>
Work Schedule: Mon thru Friday (5 x 8s or possibly 4x 10s)
Essential Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>
Include providing management level wireless/RF support on systems, system elements, components, devices and/or processes; applies engineering disciplines to support design, development and implementation activities; reviews, evaluates and analyzes equipment, components, engineering documents, test plans, test data and procedures; conducts installation and maintenance of systems/equipment and provides associated training to personnel.</li>
<li>Must have experience in fielding telecommunications equipment with an emphasis on the RF interface (any combination of designing, building, testing, optimizing, evaluating, and deploying).</li>
<li>Must have project management experience along with the ability to articulate risk management efforts, defining timelines, and defining scope while working within a diverse cross-functional team.</li>
<li>The potential candidate should be a self-starter and capable of providing detailed documentation to stakeholders and other leadership team members.</li>
</ul>
Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Requires approximately 20% travel
Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
Clearance Required:
<ul><li>TS w/poly Eligibility</li></ul>
Minimum Education:
<ul><li>BS degree and 5+ years of directly related experience in any of the described fields to include project management, cellular, Wi-Fi, or Signals Intelligence.</li></ul>
Minimum Years of Experience:<ul><li>
In lieu of a BS degree, 12+ years of direct experience in commercial wireless communications with emphasis on project management or 8+ years of relevant military experience with cell site simulators is preferred.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Experience in managing programs involving cellular and Wi-Fi operations is strongly preferred.</li></ul>
#javelin 
Compensation Details:
US:$150,000 - $160,000 
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. 
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:<ul>
<li>
Health, dental, and vision insurance</li>
<li>
Paid time off and holidays</li>
<li>
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)</li>
<li>
Educational reimbursement</li>
<li>
Parental leave</li>
<li>
Employee stock purchase plan</li>
<li>
Tax-saving options</li>
<li>
Disability and life insurance</li>
<li>
Pet insurance</li></ul> 
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. 
Original Posting:
03/19/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. 
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.</div>

Cellular Systems Engineer

SAIC

<div>Job ID: 2610414
Location: Arlington, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-03-19
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI with Poly
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE 
Description
﻿Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer &ndash; SATCOM/PNT
SAIC is seeking a SATCOM/PNT Matter Expert (SME) to support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) of space programs in the Space Systems Engineering Directorate (SAF/SQA) of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, Space Acquisition and Integration at the Pentagon.
SQA enables enterprise-level space capability integration through program element monitoring and oversight for system-of-systems engineering functions. Parallel functions include cross-cutting mission engineering support across the DoW Space Enterprise with inclusion of commercial and international partner capabilities to deliberately evolve an integrated future force. This position will support the FMS Branch within the Global Space Enterprise Integration Division of SAF/SQA. SQAP seeks to strategically integrate commercial and international partner space capabilities, inform policy development, and strengthen the U.S. space industrial base through collaborative partnerships and the establishment of Space Foreign Military Sales Branch. The FMS Systems Engineer shall provide technical expertise and support to the SAF/SQA FMS Branch to integrate the USSF SATCOM/PNT Mission Area programs of record into the FMS enterprise and enable export. This subject matter expert will develop and maintain the pre-LOR FMS acquisition baseline and support the foreign disclosure process across the FMS enterprise and to ensure compliance to DAFPD 16-1.
The successful applicant shall serve as a liaison between system program offices (SPOs) at Space Systems Command (SSC), Headquarters Space Force, the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs, SAF/IA, Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate (AFSAC), Air Force Security Assistance Training Squadron (AFSAT), and the OSW staff to maintain awareness of and assist with proper execution FMS of space programs. This subject matter expert shall have substantial experience with the acquisition cycle and documents required for program execution and DoD milestone decisions. [Expertise in both the SATCOM and PNT Mission Areas as well as security cooperation procedures and policies for FMS as outlined in the Security Assistance Management Manual are essential to performing assigned duties. Qualified applicants must have a current/active Top Secret SCI with a current background investigation within five (5) years. Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>
Provide expert advice to senior Space Force leadership regarding program details, acquisition strategies, contracting, and program budgeting for FMS.</li><li>
Understand systems that support the US government with space missions and tasks that need to be acquired and or sustained for security cooperation.</li><li>
Support the review, vetting, and approval of FMS documents such as Letters of Request (LORs), Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) and Acquisition Strategy Documents (ASDs).</li><li>
Develop and coordinate staff packages for SAF/SQ signature to assign FMS cases to Portfolio Acquisition Executives.</li><li>
Support the development and coordination of LORs for Pricing and Availability (P&amp;As) to respond to foreign requests and coordinate answers to related questions.</li><li>
Properly assist the customer with Pentagon staff skills, knowledge, and proficiency.</li><li>
Accurately recommend priority tasks, implement process improvements, assume lead on government tasks directly assigned.</li><li>
Understand FMS timelines and respond to all requests/tasks in a timely manner.</li></ul> 

Qualifications
﻿TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience. 
Requirements:<ul><li>
TS Clearance with SCI and Poly eligibility</li><li>
10+ years Space Experience</li><li>
3+ years Mission Area Experience</li><li>
Experience in security cooperation within the DoW or other related experience in planning, programming, budgeting or acquisition of systems for allies or international partners.</li><li>
Experience with MS Office including Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint</li><li>
Exceptional oral and written communications for decision makers; Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional team</li></ul>
 Work location is in Pentagon with some limited Telework scheduling</div>

Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer – SATCOM/PNT

<div>Job ID: T2508929-OTHLOC-100000604769669
Location: Al Jubail, Eastern Province, SA
Date Posted: 2026-03-05
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Sys Integration
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE 
Description
﻿
SAIC is seeking a RF Engineer a position located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia that will provide installation and integration support for C4I System racks and components for the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF). The successful candidate will work within the Technical Support Center responsible for system communications verification and perform RF cabling, terminations and operational testing during installations of systems into RSNF vessels, command centers and training facilities. Candidate will be responsible for engineering documentation changes, maintaining updates to hardware configuration control items (HCCI), system drawings, and bill of materials, cable run sheets, and serial number list.

This position supports the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) and is contingent upon award news in Fall 2025.

Job Duties:
<ul>
<li>Demonstrated experience supporting the analysis and evaluation of Radio Frequency (RF) systems.</li>
<li>Experience conducting Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) surveys before an installation to establish the current EMI baseline.</li>
<li>Experience with post-installation surveys to determine any EMI changes after equipment installation.</li>
<li>Experience preparing EMI Summary reports following each survey detailing all EMI findings and recommendations for improvement.</li>
<li>Work with engineering for system design, software installation and equipment operational testing, and provide solutions for areas that might be in need of improvement.
</li><li>When in between segments of the project, work on construction of test cables and preparation for the next segment of the project.</li>
<li>Review RF quality issues, report on findings, and then update documentation to reflect the approved corrective action.</li>
<li>Maintain, repair, and perform functional communication circuit checks of Radio (UHF, VHF, HF, VSAT, UHF SATCOM, LINK-11/16), installed on ashore and afloat platforms of the RSNF.</li>
<li>Use specialized test equipment and software controlled diagnostics to isolate malfunctions.</li>
<li>Repair systems according to technical orders, manufacturer's handbooks and local procedures. Accomplish equipment modifications and installation according to engineering change plans.</li>
<li>Repairs and troubleshooting down to component level to include ESD handling.</li>
<li>Soldering using a 3M workstation or portable soldering iron. RF and Fiber optic cable termination and testing.</li>
<li>Provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.</li>
<li>Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts.</li>
<li>Represent organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
﻿<div> 
Qualifications:</div><ul><li><div> 
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years or more experience; or six (6) years of experience with a GED/HS degree.</div></li><li><div>
ACTIVE SECRET security clearance required.</div></li><li><div>
System hardware equipment installation, maintenance and repairs.</div></li></ul><div> 
Desired Qualifications:</div><ul><li><div> 
Radio (UHF, VHF, HF, VSAT, KVH SATCOM, NTDS/TADIL Data Links), Networking (Cisco IOS), UPS (APC, Clary), GPS, CENTRIXS, GCCS-M/J, ADSI, SY-117G, and RF7800 series radios.</div></li><li><div>
Repairs and troubleshooting down to component level to include ESD handling.</div></li><li><div>
Soldering using a 3M workstation or portable soldering iron.</div></li><li><div>
Familiarity with test and configuration of KG-250 and similar RF communication protection devices</div></li><li><div>
Fiber optic cable termination and testing.</div></li><li><div>
Familiarity with installation and configuration capabilities of the following software:</div></li><li><div>
Microsoft Windows (Windows 7/10), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Visio), AutoCAD, ADSI, CENTRIXS, GCCS-M/J.</div></li></ul></div>

RF Engineer

<div>Job ID: 2610412
Location: Arlington, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-03-19
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI with Poly
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE 
Description
Foreign Military Sales Systems Engineer &ndash; Space Domain Awareness
SAIC is seeking a Space Domain Awareness Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) of space programs in the Space Systems Engineering Directorate (SAF/SQA) of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, Space Acquisition and Integration at the Pentagon.
SQA enables enterprise-level space capability integration through program element monitoring and oversight for system-of-systems engineering functions. Parallel functions include cross-cutting mission engineering support across the DoW Space Enterprise with inclusion of commercial and international partner capabilities to deliberately evolve an integrated future force. This position will support the FMS Branch within the Global Space Enterprise Integration Division of SAF/SQA. SQAP seeks to strategically integrate commercial and international partner space capabilities, inform policy development, and strengthen the U.S. space industrial base through collaborative partnerships and the establishment of Space Foreign Military Sales Branch. The FMS Systems Engineer shall provide technical expertise and support to the SAF/SQA FMS Branch to integrate the USSF Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Mission Area programs of record into the space FMS enterprise and enable export. This subject matter expert will develop and maintain the pre-LOR FMS acquisition baseline and support the foreign disclosure process across the FMS enterprise to ensure compliance to DAFPD 16-1.
The successful applicant shall serve as a liaison between system program offices (SPOs) at Space Systems Command (SSC), Headquarters Space Force, the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs, SAF/IA, Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate (AFSAC), Air Force Security Assistance Training Squadron (AFSAT), and the OSW staff to maintain awareness of and assist with proper execution FMS of space programs. This subject matter expert shall have substantial experience with the acquisition cycle and documents required for program execution and DoD milestone decisions. Expertise in both the SDA Mission Area and security cooperation procedures and policies for FMS as outlined in the Security Assistance Management Manual are essential to performing assigned duties. Qualified applicants must have a current/active Top Secret SCI with a current background investigation within five (5) years. Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>
Provide expert advice to senior Space Force leadership regarding program details, acquisition strategies, contracting, and program budgeting for FMS.</li><li>
Understand systems that support the US government with space missions and tasks that need to be acquired and or sustained for security cooperation.</li><li>
Support the review, vetting, and approval of FMS documents such as Letters of Request (LORs), Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) and Acquisition Strategy Documents (ASDs).</li><li>
Develop and coordinate staff packages for SAF/SQ signature to assign FMS cases to Portfolio Acquisition Executives.</li><li>
Support the development and coordination of LORs for Pricing and Availability (P&amp;As) to respond to foreign requests and coordinate answers to related questions.</li><li>
Properly assist the customer with Pentagon staff skills, knowledge, and proficiency.</li><li>
Accurately recommend priority tasks, implement process improvements, assume lead on government tasks directly assigned.</li><li>
Understand FMS timelines and respond to all requests/tasks in a timely manner.</li></ul> 

Qualifications
﻿TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience 
Requirements:<ul><li>
TS Clearance with SCI and Poly eligibility</li><li>
10+ years Space Experience</li><li>
3+ years Mission Area Experience</li><li>
Experience in security cooperation within the DoW or other related experience in planning, programming, budgeting or acquisition of systems for allies or international partners.</li><li>
Experience with MS Office including Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint</li><li>
Exceptional oral and written communications for decision makers; Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional team</li><li>
Work location is in Pentagon with some limited Telework scheduling.</li></ul></div>

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