Senior Communications Engineer

Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Communications Engineer providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/Airborne Warning and Control System (AFLCMC/HBS/WIW). The Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) Division, has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to deliver airborne Battle Management Command & Control (BMC2) capabilities that support joint, allied, coalition, humanitarian, and homeland defense operations. Modernization efforts enable continued involvement with worldwide operations by revitalizing legacy mission systems, replacing aging computer architectures, integrating multi‑sensor data fusion, and improving global expeditionary readiness and availability. Additionally, the Division assists in the planned divestiture of the E‑3 platform and in shaping development of follow‑on capabilities for future airborne C2 systems.

This is a full time Hybrid position located at Hanscom AFB, MA.

Duties include, but not limited to: 

• Analyze communication terminals, satellite relays, internet and broadband technologies and wireless telephone services and oversee development, integration and fielding of communications equipment in the acquisition process
• Develop and implement plans and procedures to effectively manage the communications work IAW the acquisition processes
• Manage the communication systems interfaces to facilitate their integration with the weapon systems
• Manage the activities of the communication system design and builds throughout the lifecycle phases
• Common antennas and Radio Frequency (RF) cable designs and their characteristics
• Harmonics
• 3D order intercept point
• Comb generators
• Receiver sensitivity and selectivity
• Analog and digital modulation techniques
• Intermodulation
• Programming test and measurement equipment via a computer interface
• Perform work that includes assisting with the support of a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver system
• Select, install, and test RF components such as antennas, cables, switches, down converters

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Must have an Active Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree, and minimum of 12 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs, OR

• • 15 years of experience, including at least 8 years supporting DoD programs

Technical Skills

• Communications systems engineering, integration, and lifecycle management supporting defense acquisition programs
• Development and implementation of communications plans, procedures, and technical documentation in accordance with DoD acquisition processes
• Communications systems interface management and integration with complex weapon systems and mission platforms
• Radio Frequency (RF) engineering, including antenna systems, RF cable design, and signal propagation characteristics
• RF spectrum analysis and testing, including harmonics, intermodulation, comb generators, and third-order intercept point (IP3) evaluation
• Analog and digital modulation techniques, receiver sensitivity, selectivity, and communications performance optimization
• Automated test and measurement systems utilizing computer-controlled instrumentation and Microsoft Office Suite for technical reporting and analysis

Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for program, engineering, and customer stakeholders
• Strong cross-functional collaboration experience working with engineering, acquisition, logistics, test, and operational teams
• Self-starter capable of independently managing multiple priorities in fast-paced acquisition and modernization environments
• Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities to identify technical challenges and develop effective solutions
• Relationship-building and stakeholder management skills with experience supporting diverse and international teams
• Adaptable and proactive professional with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and situational awareness
• Ability to lead technical efforts through influence, fostering teamwork and consensus across geographically dispersed organizations

Additional Information

Location: Hanscom Air Force Base, MA

Travel: 20% (Oklahoma, Seattle)

Hybrid

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Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.

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