Systems Engineer – Satellite Communications (Ground Systems) with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on14805, Security Way, Chambers Heights, Aurora, Arapahoe County, Colorado, 80011, United States
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Systems Engineer to support the operations and maintenance of satellite communication ground systems. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to apply their technical skills in a dynamic, mission-critical environment while growing their expertise in satellite ground systems engineering.
In this role, you will partner with experienced engineers to troubleshoot system outages, analyze diagnostic data, and develop effective workarounds for operational issues. Your day-to-day will involve monitoring system performance, managing requirements, and maintaining critical technical documentation such as schematics, block diagrams, and Bills of Materials. You will also contribute to design trade-off studies, coordinate with vendors for hardware repairs, and author technical white papers to identify system capability enhancements.
This position supports a classified program, requiring an active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance prior to your start date. The role demands physical readiness for antenna and tower work, including the ability to work at heights, and offers the chance to engage in occasional domestic and international travel to support emergency repair situations and system modifications.
Work location
Work model: On-site
14805, Security Way, Chambers Heights, Aurora, Arapahoe County, Colorado, 80011, United States
Aurora, Colorado
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSupport troubleshooting, diagnosis, and resolution of system outages and operational issues
- check_circleCollect and analyze diagnostic data to identify root causes and develop effective workarounds
- check_circleMonitor system performance and support modifications to ensure conformance with technical specifications
- check_circleGenerate, analyze, track, and manage system requirements
- check_circleMaintain and update technical documentation including schematics, block diagrams, and Bills of Materials
- check_circleSupport design trade-off studies evaluating performance and cost impacts of proposed engineering changes
- check_circleContribute to the development of concepts of operations and provide recommendations for system architecture improvements
- check_circleCoordinate with vendors for the timely repair and replacement of critical operational hardware
- check_circleAuthor and submit technical documents and White Papers identifying system capability enhancements
- check_circleRespond to emergency repair situations with little or no advance notice during after-hours on-call support
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree or higher in STEM
- verifiedMinimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience in systems engineering
- verifiedPrior experience supporting RF ground systems engineering in an O&M environment for satellite communications
- verifiedExperience generating, analyzing, tracking, and managing system requirements
- verifiedExperience developing and maintaining schematics, block diagrams, BOMs, and design documentation
- verifiedActive and transferable TS/SCI with polygraph U.S. government-issued security clearance
- verifiedAbility to work at heights
- verifiedAbility to provide occasional after-hours on-call support
- verifiedAbility to travel on short notice, including internationally
Nice to Have
Proficient use of test and measurement equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes. Experience influencing design performance and cost trade-off studies for proposed engineering changes. Ability to apply technical knowledge to recommend new operational concepts and architectural improvements to increase system efficiencies. Experience coordinating with vendors for hardware repair tracking and lifecycle management. Experience upgrading hardware on Windows and Linux-based systems. Hands-on experience with Linux operating system environments. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Systems Engineering, Satellite Communications, RF Ground Systems, Operations And Maintenance, Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes, Windows, Linux.
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in STEM required.
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In this Systems Engineer – Satellite Communications (Ground Systems) with Security Clearance at StevenDouglas role, you will support troubleshooting, diagnosis, and resolution of system outages and operational issues; collect and analyze diagnostic data to identify root causes and develop effective workarounds; monitor system performance and support modifications to ensure conformance with technical specifications; and generate, analyze, track, and manage system requirements.
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To qualify for the Systems Engineer – Satellite Communications (Ground Systems) with Security Clearance at StevenDouglas position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree or higher in STEM; Minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience in systems engineering; Prior experience supporting RF ground systems engineering in an O&M environment for satellite communications; Experience generating, analyzing, tracking, and managing system requirements; Experience developing and maintaining schematics, block diagrams, BOMs, and design documentation; and Active and transferable TS/SCI with polygraph U.S. government-issued security clearance.
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StevenDouglas is a staffing and recruiting firm headquartered in Sunrise, Florida, established in 1983. The organization specializes in connecting clients with top-tier talent through a team of highly experienced professionals dedicated to delivering strong results. Originally founded as an executive search firm, the company has expanded its scope to include technology staffing, professional recruiting, and interim resource solutions. The client portfolio spans early-stage startups, middle-market enterprises, and Fortune companies, alongside family offices, private equity groups, and venture capital firms. With more than 25 offices across the nation, StevenDouglas maintains a significant national footprint that supports the capabilities of a global firm while preserving the personalized, high-touch approach characteristic of boutique agencies.
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