Astrion · 21 hours ago
Network and Communications Lead Engineer
Dahlgren, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
12+ years expAstrion is at the forefront of new missile defense technologies and is engaged with the Missile Defense Agency’s rigorous engineering efforts. The Network and Communications Lead Engineer will provide technical and programmatic expertise to support the Missile Defense Agency's Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense Program Office.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for all SM-3 communication interfaces, particularly the RF comms
Support the Network Enabled Interceptor (NEI) effort as part of Next Generation Missile Defense
Maintain backwards compatibility with existing RF links
Provide and support Interface definition; development and integration of supporting radio, antenna, and encryptor hardware in the missile; development and integration of necessary software and algorithms for missile communications; and coordination of encryption approvals
Qualification
Required
Education: MS in a STEM related field
Experience: 12+ years of relevant experience
Active DoD Secret security clearance, which requires US Citizenship
Works Independently, as a team member, or leading teams/tasks
Ability to apply engineering rigor to solve engineering/scientific problems
Provide programmatic oversight of SM-3 Blk IIA Missile. Communications, components, development and integration within the Guidance Section (GS) and Kinetic Warhead (KW)
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Prior experience with Aegis Weapons Systems
Experience with Missile System Software Development
Technical experience in one of the following areas: Fleet operations, systems engineering, missile systems, Aegis Qualifications, etc
Company
Astrion
Astrion is a provider of mission support and advanced engineering services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Zolet
Chief Executive Officer
Dalia Khanafseh
Senior Vice President, Transformation
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