SATCOM Systems Specialist

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Network Infrastructures, Networking, Networking Hardware

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Network Administrator Senior and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

GDIT is seeking an experienced SATCOM Systems Specialist to support U.S. Army Europe operations in Malatya, Turkey. This role focuses on the deployment, operation, and sustainment of military SATCOM systems and RF‑based communications capabilities essential to mission success. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on military SATCOM experience, strong RF knowledge, and the ability to execute field deployments in dynamic environments.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

The SATCOM Systems Specialist will be responsible for planning, installing, configuring, and maintaining SATCOM earth terminals and associated RF systems. This includes conducting site surveys, optimizing satellite links, ensuring system readiness, and supporting secure communications for defense missions. The role requires technical expertise, operational awareness, and the ability to collaborate with military and engineering teams.

• Install, configure, operate, and maintain SATCOM earth terminals and supporting RF equipment.
• Conduct detailed site surveys evaluating terrain, RF propagation, environmental constraints, and infrastructure requirements.
• Apply advanced RF engineering principles to optimize satellite links, mitigate interference, and ensure reliable connectivity.
• Execute deployment and integration plans in accordance with military standards and mission requirements.
• Troubleshoot SATCOM hardware and software issues in real‑time operational environments.
• Maintain system readiness, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuity of operations.
• Evaluate new SATCOM technologies and capabilities to enhance mission effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, configuration records, and deployment reports.
• Coordinate with program managers, engineering teams, and military stakeholders to ensure successful field operations.
• Provide guidance to junior technicians and may serve as a task or team lead (non‑supervisory).

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Education: BA/BS or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 5+ years of hands‑on SATCOM operations, deployment, or sustainment experience.
• Clearance: Active Secret clearance with SSBI/Tier 5 investigation.
• Certifications: IAT‑level certification if required for compliance.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Proven military SATCOM background (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps).
  • Strong understanding of RF theory, satellite link budgets, and spectrum management.
  • Experience conducting site surveys and producing technical documentation.
  • Familiarity with DoD communications standards, COMSEC procedures, and classified handling.
  • Ability to operate and maintain SATCOM terminals in field and fixed environments.
• U.S. Citizenship required

Desired Skills

• Experience with tactical and strategic SATCOM systems (X‑band, Ka‑band, Ku‑band).
• Understanding of how SATCOM systems interface with IP‑based communications (without being network‑focused).
• Strong problem‑solving skills in operational or austere environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

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The likely salary range for this position is $93,662 – $126,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Total compensation for international positions varies by tax, social security, and immigration statuses, as well as location. Generally, an international assignment may include allowances, premium uplifts, and/or relocation or transportation benefits, above base salary range noted.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

TUR Malatya – Malatya (APC257)

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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