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NS-Systems Architect (Tactical Network / SATCOM / RF Integration)

NETSEA Technologies

APG, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Antenna, Architectural Services, Budgeting, Cloud Computing, Communication Systems, Communications Architecture, Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Emerging Technology, Enterprise Architecture, Government, IP (Internet Protocol), Interoperability, Leadership, Link Performance, Mentoring, Modems, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Bridges, Network Integration, Network Scalability, Radio Frequency, Radio Frequency Propagation, Satellite Communications, Secret Clearance, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) Wireless, Tactical Communications, Tactical Communications System, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, Waveforms
LOCATION
APG, MD
POSTED
30+ days ago

Clearance: Clearance Level: U.S. Citizen with Secret clearance

Location: APG, MD (Remote)

Position Summary

The Systems Architect provides technical leadership in the design and evolution of large-scale tactical communications architectures. This role focuses on future-state design, integration strategy, and modernization of Army and joint network capabilities, bridging operational requirements with emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop end-to-end tactical network architectures integrating RF, SATCOM, and IP transport
  • Define architecture frameworks aligned to DoDAF and Army network modernization strategies
  • Lead design of multi-domain, multi-transport communications systems (LOS, BLOS, SATCOM, 5G, etc.)
  • Ensure interoperability across:
    • Army tactical systems
    • Joint and coalition networks
    • Commercial and cloud-based services
  • Guide technology insertion and modernization efforts
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend integration into program baselines
  • Lead architectural reviews and technical decision boards
  • Provide subject matter expertise on:
    • RF propagation, link budgets, and waveform selection
    • SATCOM system design and integration
    • Network scalability, resiliency, and survivability
  • Develop architecture artifacts, roadmaps, and technical strategies
  • Mentor engineers and provide technical direction across programs

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (Master's strongly preferred)
  • 10–15+ years of experience in systems/network architecture
  • Deep expertise in:
    • Tactical Army communications systems
    • SATCOM (TDMA/FDMA, terminals, modems)
    • RF communications and transmission systems
    • IP networking and transport architectures
  • Experience developing architectures across system-of-systems environments
  • Strong understanding of DoDAF and enterprise architecture frameworks
  • Experience interfacing with Government leadership and stakeholders

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior experience with PEO C3T, PM Tactical Network, or similar programs
  • Experience with line-of-sight (LOS) and transmission engineering concepts such as waveforms, antennas, and link performance
  • Cloud/network convergence experience
  • Active TS clearance preferred

Travel

  • Up to 20–30% (fielding, exercises, integration events)

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