Senior Radio Communication Engineer
@ SAIC

Hampton, Virginia, United States
$130,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 30 days ago

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Overview

SAIC is seeking a Senior Radio Communication Engineer to support the Air Operations Center Weapons System (AOC WS) Falconer Program at the USAF customer site in Hampton, VA. This role involves extensive travel, direct customer engagement, and technical support for the AOC Radio/Datalink baseline.

Key Responsibilities

  • Sustain and support the installed AOC RF and Datalink baseline.
  • Support major upgrade projects and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Provide technical expertise, troubleshooting, and configuration management support.
  • Assist site personnel with training, configuration, and system migration.
  • Attend technical exchange and integration meetings, and track lessons learned.

Required Experience & Skills

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years experience, or a Master’s degree with 5+ years experience; industry certifications may substitute. A current DoD Secret clearance and IAT Level 2 Certification (Sec+ or higher) are required.

Desired Experience & Skills

  • Familiarity with military RF communications and Datalinks.
  • Experience with RF/Datalink systems administration and configuration management.
  • Hands-on experience with platforms like AN/PRC-117G, SATURN Waveform, and Catalyst Switches.
  • Experience troubleshooting radio networks and integrating new technologies.

Key skills/competency

  • RF
  • Datalink
  • Configuration
  • Installation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Upgrade
  • Deployment
  • Security
  • Mission Planning
  • Technical Support
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How to Get Hired at SAIC

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize Resume: Highlight RF, Datalink, and configuration expertise.
  • Research SAIC: Review their projects and Air Operations programs.
  • Prepare Certifications: Ensure valid DoD clearance and Sec+ credentials.
  • Practice Technical Answers: Focus on troubleshooting and system upgrade scenarios.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review RF system schematics.
Study datalink troubleshooting steps.
Practice configuration management basics.
Analyze AOC system upgrade scenarios.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging RF troubleshooting experience.
Explain handling pressure in technical meetings.
Discuss teamwork during system upgrades.
Share experience in customer engagement.

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