Communication Systems Engineer

Job Summary As a Telemetry & Communications Specialist within Battelle's Cyber business area, you will support a program mission to deliver comprehensive technical expertise and testing support to our government customer, contributing to the evaluation, customization, and operationalization of cutting‑edge systems and payloads ensuring they meet the customer's evolving requirements for effectiveness, safety, and security. You will play a key role in analyzing vulnerabilities, decomposing complex systems, and supporting the development of robust, secure architectures. Responsibilities Support instrumentation and data collection during flight test activities to validate system performance and technical maturity. Configure, operate, and troubleshoot telemetry and communications systems for real‑time data transmission and monitoring during tests. Develop and refine requirements test matrices to ensure telemetry and comms objectives are mapped to system requirements. Assist in the development and execution of test plans and procedures, including security and safety requirements for communications equipment. Analyze post‑test telemetry data to assess system readiness, identify anomalies, and support maturity assessments. Document test results and provide technical input for final maturity assessment summaries and reports. Evaluate the security and reliability of telemetry and communications hardware/software as part of component‑level vulnerability assessments. Identify potential supply chain risks and vulnerabilities related to telemetry and comms subsystems. Support the integration of telemetry and comms requirements into the Systems Modeling Language (SysML)–based MBSE backbone for requirements traceability and verification. Contribute to the development and maintenance of digital twin libraries for analyzed systems, focusing on telemetry and comms architecture. Assist in configuration management and documentation to ensure telemetry and comms components are versioned, audit‑ready, and compliant with security standards. Provide recommendations for mitigation and alternative sourcing for telemetry and comms components identified as high‑risk. Key Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field with 5+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong background in modeling and simulation of complex systems. Experience in vulnerability analysis and system decomposition. Proven ability to lead technical discussions and communicate complex concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Experience developing and maintaining requirements baselines throughout the product lifecycle. Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and teamwork skills. Nice to Have Experience with model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies. Familiarity with SysML diagramming tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler, IBM Rhapsody). Experience with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) and/or Unified Architectural Framework (UAF). Experience with embedded systems, microelectronics, FPGA, or circuit card design. Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, C++, or other object‑oriented languages. Experience supporting DoD programs. Active Top‑Secret Clearance. Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off‑giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time. Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement : You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in‑office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in‑office days, dependent on team and position needs. Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work‑life balance and keep motivated. Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits. Better together : Coverage for partners, gender‑affirming care and health support, and family formation support. Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry‑leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education. A Work Environment Where You Succeed Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery Partner with world‑class experts in a collaborative environment Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders Give back to and improve our communities Vaccinations & Safety Protocols Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under TitleVII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws). Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran‑status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC