Space Consulting Communications System Architect (top Secret)

Northrop Grumman

Gilbert, AZ, USA
Base: $183,200.00 - $274,800.00; bonus: discretion...
Space communications system architecture
Satellite payload engineering experience
Link budget calculations and performance assessments
The role involves designing end-to-end high-performance communication architectures to support space superiority program mission needs

Job Summary

  • The role involves designing end-to-end high-performance communication architectures to support space superiority program mission needs.
  • Candidates must lead technical trade studies and ensure system-level performance compatibility between communication payloads and spacecraft designs.
  • Northrop Grumman offers a competitive salary range, discretionary bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Matching Summary

The role involves designing end-to-end high-performance communication architectures to support space superiority program mission needs.

Salary

Base: $183,200.00 - $274,800.00; Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus available; Benefits: Health insurance, life/disability insurance, savings plan, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Space communications system architecture
  • Satellite payload engineering experience
  • Link budget calculations and performance assessments
  • Mission requirements definition and management
  • Interface control document creation

Nice-to-have

  • Space Superiority mission experience
  • SAP access clearance
  • Cognitive diversity and intellectual curiosity
  • Business strategy decision support

Key Requirements

  • Active or current TS/SCI Clearance required
  • US Citizenship mandatory
  • Bachelor's degree with 16+ years experience
  • Master's degree with 14+ years experience
  • PhD with 12+ years experience

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship with active or current TS/SCI Clearance

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