Communication Systems Engineer Professional

Job Requirements vandenberg space force base, CA Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $110,000 - $125,000 Job Description Amentum is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer Professional to support the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC)

Key Responsibilities:

Administer Range Interface Units (RIUs) software and configurations Recommend changes to improve systems/system configurations and determine hardware or software requirements related to such changes Configure and test serial data circuits including: T1, DS1, DS3, RS232, RS530 and 422 signals Work with GPS receivers, Time Generators and NTP servers Support Network Administrators with IPv6 protocols, Data, and Telemetry Transports Plan, coordinate, and implement system security measures to protect data, software, and hardware Plan, coordinate, and execute continuous monitoring to maintain system Authorization to Operate (ATO) Support leadership in estimating, reporting, and planning network administration tasks Participate in Risk Management Boards (RMB) and identify network risks Adhere to established policies and procedures pertaining to job site safety, security, and timekeeping Perform other tasks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in technology related Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) field 3+ years of Communication Systems and Network Engineering experience Experience in voice/data/analog and digital video systems configuration, operation and maintenance Must have current

DOD 8140

certification (CCNA-Security, CySA+, or Security+), or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire Experience with test equipment such as

FIREBERD

Bit Error Rate Testers, OTDR, Oscilloscopes, Signal Analyzers and DB loss Fiber Meters Hands-on Experience with network hardware (e.g. Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper, Cornet, Net Acquire, RT Logic, IPTec) Experience responding to Cybersecurity incidents and solving technical problems The flexibility to work non-duty hours to support specific project and mission requirements Experience with communications systems administration and maintenance on Vandenberg Space Force Base or other military installations. Experience with or knowledge of serial data communications, fiber optics, multiplexing, data switching, digital voice systems and Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) technologies Experience with IPv6 solutions Experience working with circuit over packet, encrypted data streams, and IPv6 hardware Experience with relevant industry software products like MS Office, MS Project, MS SharePoint, etc Ability to lift up to 50lbs Ability to support occasional travel Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance.

Note:

U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance. Valid U.S.

Driver's License Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual starting salary for this position is between $110,000-$125,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Compensation Details:

$110,000 to $125,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities.

Offerings include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance

Note:

Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

05/11/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .

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