Leidos
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The anticipated annual salary range for this role is $140,000 - $155,000.
Leidos is seeking an experienced Satellite Systems Engineer to support enterprise level SATCOM operations in Antarctica. The role involves providing technical operations and maintenance support to on-station seasonal Satellite Engineering staff, satellite system engineering for new systems and modification of existing systems, strategic planning, satellite time scheduling, spares inventory planning and control, creating and executing test plans, ensuring preventative maintenance is performed and documented, and managing standard operating procedures, technical procedures, and related documentation. This position often works closely with Project Managers and external organizations to create proposals, design solutions, and build or modify satellite terminals and related network equipment. The position requires annual deployments to Antarctica during the Austral Summer.
Deployment to Antarctica may be necessary at the discretion of management (approximately 4 to 16 weeks/year). The candidate in the position must complete the physical and dental examinations required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica. ***
Due to contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
Must obtain a Public Trust security clearance prior to start date. This process could take up to 4 months.
The anticipated annual salary range for this role is $140,000 - $155,000.
Leidos Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) is the prime contractor to the National Science Foundation (NSF) in support of the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). Leidos supports the NSF’s Office of Polar Program’s Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics by aligning with their Mission and Vision Statements:
Vision: Expanding our scientific reach in Antarctica through increased operational and logistical effectiveness.
Mission: To provide the operational and logistical platform necessary for the U.S. to conduct world-class science in Antarctica and maintain its active and influential presence on the continent.
Leidos ASC provides science and logistics support for approximately 150 science and technical events across three geographically remote research stations; McMurdo Station, Palmer Station, and South Pole Station and several deep field sites across Antarctica. Each station or field site supports world class research across multiple science disciplines. The planning and implementation of science support requirements in Antarctica is a critical part of our mission.
To learn more about the Leidos Antarctic Support contract, click here.
Primary Responsibilities
Annually deploy to Antarctica for a period of 4 to 16 weeks, as needed
Maintain satellite earth terminal hardware, software, and related systems
Capture and analyze maintenance and system health metrics
Advise and advocate for timely system lifecycle replacements, upgrades, and decommissioning
Provide training and support to deployed seasonal Satellite Engineers
Manage satellite scheduling to meet mission requirements
Advise leadership on system risks and opportunities
A Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience, or a Masters degree and 6+ years of experience. Additional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Knowledge of satellite communications systems architecture, capabilities, and standards
Experience with satellite terminal operations and maintenance
Experience in satellite system design to include creating drawings, system overviews, sustainment plans, and decommissioning plans
Ability to troubleshoot satellite systems issues, both in person and remotely
Proficiency with satellite system related test equipment and test procedures
Ability to provide remote support to on-station satellite engineering, network, and system administrator staff
Experience creating, updating, and coordinating maintenance procedures and maintenance log documentation
Ability to create and analyze link budgets
Knowledge of and experience applying safety standards
Experience working within a highly matrixed, cross-functional team environment
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to deploy to Antarctica
Familiarity with satellite down-time scheduling and user notification processes
Experience working with third-party subcontracted support entities
Proficient in use of Ansys Systems Tool Kit
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite resources to include Visio
Programming and software modification proficiency
Experience with Satellite Access Request (SAR) scheduling
ARSTRAT certification process familiarity
Familiarity with DataPath products such as MaxView
Please be advised that during the interview, you will be required to keep your camera on, and your interviewer will be taking your picture for identification purposes if an offer letter is extended to you.
This position is eligible for deployment to Antarctica. Per contract and National Science Foundation requirements, candidates must not have been disciplined for, or separated from an employer prior to discipline for, incidents of stalking, sexual assault, or sexual harassment within the past three (3) years. Eligibility for deployment is also subject to further review, including background investigation and security screening, and NSF retains final authority over deployment eligibility given the sensitive and remote nature of the location.
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October 28, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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