SATCOM Engineer

Responsibilities

Join Peraton’s mission‑critical team supporting secure, real‑time data delivery across complex operational environments in direct support of our nation’s warfighters. If you are driven by national security and energized by cutting‑edge C2ISR capabilities, sensor integration, and resilient data transport solutions, we invite you to join our team.

We are seeking highly cleared professionals who excel at the intersection of advanced communications infrastructure, distributed systems, and mission assurance—where reliability, security, and performance are paramount.

Specifically, we are looking for a TS/SCI cleared SATCOM Engineer – Senior to support this mission at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.

Responsibilities

As a SATCOM Engineer – Senior, you will provide technical and management leadership for all equipment and information support functions across the Task Order. Your responsibilities include:

• Serves as a lead technical expert in designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced diagnostic capabilities and troubleshooting methodologies for C2ISR SATCOM network challenges.
• Leads complex end‑to‑end infrastructure testing and connectivity verification efforts for critical SATCOM links and integrated systems, providing expert analysis and problem resolution.
• Architects and deploys advanced technical diagnostic strategies to identify, analyze, and resolve systemic SATCOM network performance issues across global transport systems, ensuring continuous operational effectiveness.
• Develops and implements comprehensive proactive monitoring and predictive troubleshooting methodologies for entire SATCOM network environments, ensuring robust network stability and minimal communication disruptions.
• Is COOP trained and provides expert guidance and coordination for pushing out routing configurations and resolving complex issues with DISA OSC and command SATOPS‑ISR.
• Analyzes SATCOM network data and trends to identify vulnerabilities, propose architectural improvements, and develop proactive solutions for enhanced network resilience.
• Functions as a technical expert across multiple high‑impact SATCOM network assignments, guiding junior and journeyman Network Administrators/engineers, and shaping strategies for minimizing communication disruptions.
• Utilize the following TO Management & Financial Tracking Tools: Task Order portal; Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate); G Invoicing API; ASSIST portal integration; variance analysis dashboards; MS Project; Primavera; GFP management modules; WBS tracking systems; ServiceNow; Jira Service Desk; automated RIP/CTP/TAR workflows; SharePoint libraries; Confluence; Microsoft Search; lessons learned databases; video library repositories; Archer GRC; internal audit portals; Excel/SharePoint audit templates; CMDB with version control; Power BI with R/Python integration; Tableau; predictive analytics engines; Teams; Azure AD role based access; mobile access via Power Apps.
• Utilize the following Role Specific Tools: SATCOM monitoring tools (L3 Harris SRVT, Element Management Systems); RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes); network modeling and simulation software (OPNET, Riverbed Modeler, MATLAB); cabling and installation tools (fiber termination kits, copper testers); project documentation templates; Service Desk ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Remedy); network diagramming software (Visio, Lucidchart); virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, Hyper V); backup and disaster recovery platforms (Veeam, Commvault); SIEM tools (Splunk, ArcSight, QRadar).

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Previous experience as a SATCOM Engineer or similar roles supporting a DoD customer at the CCMD level;
• Minimum of 6 years experience with a BS/BA degree or 4 years experience with a MS/MA or 4 years experience with a Ph.D. or 10 years’ experience w/o a degree or 8 years experience w AS/AA
• A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level
• US citizenship is required
• DoD 8140 role for WRC: 441; Element: IT; Work Role: Network Operations Specialist; Proficiency Level: Intermediate

Desired Qualifications

• Must complete DoD‑approved IA baseline certification for ADP‑III/IT‑III based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment.

Work Environment

• Location: Ramstein AB, GE
• On‑site expectations: Full‑time on‑site presence required for equipment management and asset tracking
• Travel: May require occasional travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites for logistics coordination and facility assessments

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission‑critical team supporting our nation’s elite and its mission partners in delivering cutting‑edge C2ISR capabilities
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment supporting critical national security operations
• Manage cutting‑edge communications and sensor systems that directly impact operational readiness
• Access to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity community
• Opportunity to work with advanced tactical communications technologies and AISR systems

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next‑generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range: $80,000 – $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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