Communications Systems Engineer

Position starts August-September 2025

Location: OCONUS - Bahrain

Position: Communications Systems Engineer

Overview

ITC Defense is looking to add an experienced Communications Systems Engineer to our team. Serve as an on-site Multi-Platform Systems Engineer with subject matter expertise in all aspects of border and coastal surveillance systems. Responsible for supporting the architecture development and detailed design, integration, installation, testing of, and training on border and coastal surveillance systems, primarily on international projects tied to Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases. Technologies and disciplines will include (but not be limited to) radar, EO/IR cameras, AIS, IP networks, LTE, microwave, HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM, and common operational picture (COP) software.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of the system design, systems documentation, System Engineering Technical Review preparation, project management, software testing, interface design/testing and final deployment.
• Assist with integrating hardware and software systems into a collaborative network.
• Planning for and conducting site surveys and evaluating requirements to determine optimal system architecture.
• Supporting installation of sensor, communications, and other equipment.
• Developing CDRL documentation to include architecture documentation, site survey plans and reports, PDR/CDR packages, SOVT Plans and Reports.
• Develop and review technical memorandums, white papers, and briefings regarding Shore Based Sensor (SBS) Radar systems for Program Management Review and other customer meetings.
• Review and provide analysis of SBS Radar System functional requirements and provide quality checks on installation and operation of fielded systems.
• Responsible for training of associates on installation and operation of fielded systems.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years' systems engineering experience in Defense Industry or Department of the Navy or comparable Government Agencies
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Solid understanding and practical experience formulating technical processes (systems engineering, configuration management, data management, and risk management) for large, complex programs
• Experience planning and performing systems engineering analysis related to border and coastal surveillance
• Solid technical writing and presentation development capability
• Experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project, and Outlook)
• Network experience with layer 3 networking including subnetting, static routes, and multicasting.
• Experience with Extreme Networks (EXOS Switch and Routing certified preferred)
• Self-starter who can identify challenges, search out solutions, recommend courses of action to leadership, and implement leadership direction
• Strong coordination, organization, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 100 percent of the time CONUS and OCONUS
• Ability to travel OCONUS for up to a year's time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. Degree in Computer Science or Engineering field (such as computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering)
• Intermediate-level knowledge and use of Microsoft Project.
• Active Secret Clearance
• Tower climb qualified; the current tower height is 180 feet with platforms for radar installation.
• Experience working on government contracts

Why work at ITC Defense

• Employer Supplemented Health Insurance
• Employer Paid Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• 3% Biweekly 401(k) Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Competitive Salaries with Performance Incentives
• A positive working environment with supportive teammates and leadership

ITC Defense Corp. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employment with ITC is at-will. For further information on our equal opportunity protections as part of the employment process, please see the linked posters.

Accessibility - Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and that, if requested, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/selection process with ITC. Please refer to our website for further information on all our EEO/VEVRAA policies.

Thank you for your interest in ITC Defense

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