Network and Communications System Engineer
Position Title: Network and Communications System Engineer
Position Type: Full-Time Onsite
Location: Huntsville, AL
Clearance Required: Secret Waypoint’s customer is a seeking a candidate to play a critical role in protecting our nation's airspace by designing, implementing, and maintaining cutting-edge network and communication systems for Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS). As a CUAS Network & Communication Systems Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, tackling complex challenges in network security, real-time data processing, and RF communication. Your expertise will directly contribute to the effectiveness and security of CUAS solutions. Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test and deploy secure network architectures for CUAS operations.
- Configure and maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
- Develop and implement communication systems, including voice, data, and video transmission.
- Integrate CUAS sensors and communication systems into existing networks.
- Monitor network and communication system performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues to include troubleshoot and resolve communication system issues during integration and testing, using signal analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and other test equipment.
- Conduct RF interference analysis and optimize wireless (Mobile Ad Hoc Network, Point-to-point, Combat Net Radios, etc.) communication systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams. Including systems engineers and cybersecurity teams to ensure integration of secure data transmission.
- Support CUAS software and hardware integration efforts.
- Document network and communication configurations and provide technical guidance to stakeholders.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in network engineering, communication systems, or cybersecurity, with at least 5 years of experience focused on secure communication systems within a defense or highly regulated environment. A minimum of 3 years of direct experience with CUAS or related military defense systems is highly desired.
- Expert-level proficiency in TCP/IP networking, including subnetting, routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), and network security best practices. Extensive experience configuring and troubleshooting VPNs (e.g., IPsec), firewalls (e.g., Cisco ASA).
- Strong understanding of communication theory, modulation techniques (e.g., QPSK, QAM), coding scheme, and multiple access techniques (e.g., TDMA, FDMA).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- Experience with RF testing and characterization of communication subsystems using signal analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
- Knowledge of RF signal processing and wireless communication.
- Experience with satellite and radio communication systems.
- Familiarity with AI-driven threat detection.
- Experience with CUAS technologies or military defense systems is a plus.
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