We are seeking highly skilled and detail-oriented Lead/Senior Network Development Engineers to support an exciting small satellite communication company in the Los Angeles, CA area. This role involves developing and validating system architecture and performance for next-generation terrestrial networking solutions with a focus on cryptographic integrity and system-level compliance.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop system architecture, technical requirements, and interface control documentation.
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Perform detailed analysis of network and cryptographic performance parameters.
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Design and document system block diagrams and validate testing configurations.
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Create test configurations and evaluation criteria for secure communication systems.
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Construct requirements verification compliance matrices and produce verification reports.
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Analyze technical issues, manage evolving requirements, and assess system-level impacts on performance and security.
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Support system-level validation efforts and collaborate cross-functionally with test engineers and hardware teams.
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Architecture Diagrams
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Requirements Specifications and Interface Control Documents
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Performance Analysis Tools and Outputs
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Block Diagrams and Integration Test Plans
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Requirements Compliance Matrix and Verification Reports
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Root Cause Analyses and Issue Resolution Reports
Experience You Will Bring:
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Prior experience supporting Department of Defense or commercial satellite/terrestrial telecom programs.
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Familiarity with compliance frameworks and verification planning (DO-178C, ISO/IEC standards).
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Experience with high-availability, fault-tolerant system architecture design.
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Proven experience in system integration and testing, preferably within aerospace, defense, or telecommunications industries
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LEO
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Strong knowledge of testing methodologies for hardware/software systems
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Excellent documentation, organizational, and troubleshooting skills
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Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams
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U.S. Citizenship required; ability to work with government clients and sensitive information
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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field.
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5+ years of experience in network system architecture, engineering, or development roles.
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Deep understanding of network security protocols, cryptographic systems, and system-level testing.
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Proficient in tools used for network analysis, test configuration, and performance modeling.
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Strong documentation and technical writing skills.
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Ability to work on-site and collaborate within a multidisciplinary lab environment.
Pay rate range: $75-90/hr DOE