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2025-0284 Engineering Services for Satellite Communications

McBride
Contract
Remote

This is a remote position.

Technical Analysis and Documentation:
  • Analyse and document SATCOM system requirements and interfaces
  • Perform technical evaluations of proposed SATCOM solutions
  • Prepare technical analysis based on market survey results to support development of IFB (Invitation for Bid) documents
  • Create high-level architectural diagrams in line with project requirements and overall architecture
Procurement and Contract Support:
  • Support preparation of technical sections for procurement documents
  • Support all technical and administrative activities necessary to facilitate contract award
  • Provide advice on best courses of action to ensure programme success
Technical Leadership and Stakeholder Support:
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to support project teams and decision-making
  • Support multidisciplinary teams and technical and operational stakeholders
  • Participate in meetings with technical and operational experts, offering advice and seeking/applying solutions
  • Liaise with Chief Technology Office (CTO), engineering, project management, and operational teams


Requirements

Mandatory Requirements:
  • Security Clearance: The Contractor shall possess valid NATO-SECRET Personal Security Clearances for the duration of the Contract performance
  • Language Proficiency: English: C1 
Qualifications: 
  • Extensive knowledge of SATCOM systems, including ground terminals, ground infrastructure, and military/commercial SATCOM space services, with minimum 10 years of experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in concept, development, and execution of projects and scientific programmes
  • Nationally recognized/ certified engineering university qualification, preferably a Master of Science degree
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office and Visio
  • Ability to receive and execute tasking in accordance with direction from NCI Agency leadership
  • Ability to plan and execute assigned project tasks considering policies, programme goals, priorities, funding, and planning constraints
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Motivated, strong communication skills, and team player
  • Strong listening and communication skills in English
Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience working within NCIA or similar defence-related environments
  • Knowledge of NATO Communication and Information Systems Infrastructure
  • Prior experience working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements.