Satellite Communications (SATCOMM) Systems Engineer

Company DescriptionNot sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.Crown Consulting, Inc. strives to connect people through driving aviation innovation and expanding aerospace and telecommunications infrastructure. We have been making a difference for our FAA, NASA, State Departments of Transportation and commercial aerospace industry customers for over 30 years. Whether developing and supporting programs that allow the FAA to coordinate responses to natural disasters; simulating air traffic demand; developing methods and techniques to improve the efficient use of the National Airspace; contributing to the safe and effective adoption of advanced aviation concepts; or engaging the next generation of STEM professionals, we are at the forefront of ushering in aviation's new frontier of smart, multimodal, crewed and uncrewed aircraft, and aviation systems. We offer a competitive benefits package including matching 401K, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. We have been voted one of the best places to work in the Washington, DC area. We have built this reputation by hiring great people who value and support the mission of our customers. Come experience the Crown difference. Crown was voted as "One of the DC region's Top Workplaces in 2021." Job DescriptionCrown is seeking a Satellite Communications (SATCOMM) Systems Engineer. This position is part of a team of aviation professionals supporting the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Command, Control, and Communications (C3) office which is responsible for ensuring emergency operations are maintained. If disruptions, such as national emergencies, natural disasters, or equipment malfunctions occur, the C3 office is chartered with restoring command and control communication services expeditiously. This is an Emergency Essential Position - May be Required to respond to outages on short or no notice basis; supporting disaster response requirements.ResponsibilitiesLead for the Emergency Satellite Communications ProgramPlans, Engineers, Coordinates, Installs, Operates, and Maintains the SATCOMM NetworkCoordinates for site access for contract personnel.Maintains the health of the local satellite systemsProvides guidance and coordinates troubleshooting of systems in the entire networkMaintains the entire database of Satellite systems and equipmentBuilds Bi-Monthly National Satellite Test PlansConducts Bi-Monthly National Satellite Test Plans, updates database as requiredTroubleshoots returned equipment and evaluates, makes recommendations to managementDeploys to locations to fix, repair, and or replace entire systems as neededExperience with the following Satellite Systems and devices:Hughes MSAT G2Mitsubishi Fixed Units ST-151/251IridiumBGANiSatPhone Pro (Inmarsat)QualificationsRelevant Bachelor's Degree is required15+ years of relevant experienceAn additional 8 years of relevant experience can be substituted for a degreeKnowledge of Microsoft Office preferredPotentially Travel as a member of the Communications Support Team (CST)Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance with 7 weeks of accepting an offerTravel Requirements30% to 50%Additional InformationVisit: for additional information on our company.As a government contractor, most of Crown's positions require US Citizenship. Persons unable to complete an online application should contact Crown HR for assistance at (703) 650-0663 ext. 4011.Crown is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Created: 2025-03-01