SATCOM / Mobile / COMSEC / VHF Systems Engineer - Active Top Secret Required

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Systems Engineer supporting a world class maintenance program servicing a wide variety of data and voice communications equipment for our prestigious client at the highest levels of the federal government in the heart of our nation’s capital. As a Systems Engineer, you are the foundation of our overall approach to maintenance. You act as the maintenance subject matter expert for our government client and exhibit the exceptional technical and customer service skills to resolve issues as quickly and efficiently as possible. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Systems Engineer joining our team to bring professionalism and initiative to a fast-paced environment that offers extensive options for training, certification, and career advancement. When we succeed, you succeed and together our best becomes better.

HOW A SYSTEMS ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Provide technical input and guidance to the customer in the planning, configuring and implementation of mobile and fixed communications platforms, with emphasis on safety, reliability, supportability, and long-term sustainment.
• Deliver system administration, operational support, troubleshooting, and end-user assistance for land mobile radio (LMR), satellite communications (SATCOM), cellular-based routing solutions, and Windows-based terminals in tactical and field environments.
• Perform routine and emergency maintenance and repair on SATCOM systems, multi-band radio platforms, IP-based voice endpoints, computing devices, and core data network equipment (servers, KVMs, routers, switches, distribution panels) to maintain system availability and mission readiness.
• Manage inventory records and life-cycle maintenance schedules for communications and IT equipment, supporting accurate asset visibility, planned refresh, and ongoing sustainment of operational systems.
• Support logistics activities related to the acquisition, storage, relocation, and deployment of communications equipment to ensure timely access to resources required to sustain and expand mission communications capabilities.
• Handle communications security (COMSEC) keying material in accordance with applicable DoD and unit COMSEC policies and procedures to protect the integrity and confidentiality of secure communications.
• Provide recommendations on replacements, upgrades, and enhancements to existing communications capabilities to ensure systems remain modern, resilient, and supportable over time.
• Create and maintain documentation for standard operating procedures, recurring tasks, and system updates, enabling consistent operations and efficient troubleshooting across the supported organization.
• Develop and deliver training for unit personnel on the proper operation and routine maintenance of secure mobile communications platforms, supporting long-term sustainment of deployed systems.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Qualifications:

• Available for travel within the continental United States for periods of time up to two weeks in support of mission activities.
• Possesses an active TOP SECRET/SCI clearance and possesses eligibility requirements to access classified information.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills with the ability to articulate complex mission information to members of U.S. Government’s leadership.
• Be capable of establishing and cultivating friendly relationships with partner agency personnel, third party equipment providers, and sibling programs.
• Must be self-sufficient and capable of maintaining required operational tempo when working autonomously or with minimal supervision.
• Work location will be in Washington, D.C. and offices in the DMV area.  Work hours are flexible, but contract staff must meet minimal requirements on a weekly basis.  CONUS travel is at the request of the customer and may not be flexible under some circumstances.

• Education: BS/BA or Equivalent experience
• Required Experience: 3+ Years’ related experience
• Required Technical Skills: CompTIA Security+ (or DoDD 8140 IAT II Compliance)
• Security Clearance Level: Active Top Secret with SCI Eligibility
• Required Skills and Abilities: Excellent written communication and technical documentation skills
• Location: On Customer Site, Washington, District of Columbia

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• Flexible work schedule
• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays