This role pays more than
84%
of similar roles. Most pay
$135,000–$192,500
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$200k
versus about
$164k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About General Dynamics
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.
General Dynamics currently has
1234 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$120,000–$150,385
across 1062 roles with salary data.
Satellite Communication (SATCOM) Engineer - TS/SCI w/Poly
The Satellite Communication (SATCOM) Engineer - TS/SCI w/Poly joins the IT Infrastructure and Operations team to design, evaluate, test, and plan complex internal networks. This role involves managing network infrastructures to mitigate threats and reduce costs while providing technical assistance for high-level system requests. Day-to-day responsibilities include modeling communication systems, evaluating lease costs for space segments, and performing maintenance on antenna controllers, Solid State Power Amplifiers, Low-Noise Amplifiers, and FDMA/TDMA modems. The candidate will manage projects from conceptualization to delivery while providing real-time assistance during spacecraft anomalies. Required expertise includes Ku Band, C-band, link budgets, noise analysis, and Starlink operations. The role addresses critical communication challenges involving LEO, MEO, and GEO satellite orbits, ensuring reliable data transmission across airborne systems and integrated networks for defense and intelligence missions.
SATCOM
Data Link Systems
MBSE
Requirements Management
System Architecture
Interface Control Documents
Signal Generators
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Power Meters
Network Testers
Configuration Management
Cybersecurity
Type 1 Encryption
Digital Engineering
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