Senior Space Communications Systems Specialist

17 hours ago


Chantilly, Virginia, United States Arcfield Full time

Arcfield, a leading provider of digital transformation, space mission engineering and launch assurance, miniaturized sensors and satellites, advanced modeling and simulation, cybersecurity, and conventional and hypersonic missile support services, has an exciting opportunity in support of an Enterprise Space Communications Architecture mission.

We are seeking System Engineers who will oversee and support engineering lifecycles and the acquisition of space and ground communications capabilities. Arcfield has over 40 years supporting this mission critical program, with a proven track record of providing outstanding customer support and consistent high award fees.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical and programmatic advisory services during program execution of next generation communication architectures.
  • Track technical progress, identify risks, and assess technical solutions in collaboration with integrated product teams.
  • Support development of acquisition artifacts such as statements of work (SOW), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRL), and proposal evaluation criteria.
  • Coordinate across Program Offices to collaborate on system requirements and transition prototype hardware to baseline programs.
  • Daily interaction with customers and supporting contractors to support full life cycle development of critical space and ground systems.

$143,000 - $183,000 per year based on experience and qualifications



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