Communications Engineer, Craftsman 2 (Cyber Enclave)

Join our team at Schriever Space Force Base and support cutting-edge USSF operations as a Communications Engineer. This role focuses on designing, planning, and implementing advanced communication systems to integrate a cyber enclave, enabling mission-critical exercises and secure connectivity across multi-domain environments. Your expertise will directly enhance the effectiveness of USSF training and operational readiness.

Pay: $149,000 - $162,750

Essential Duties

Cyber Enclave Integration & Communication Systems Development

• Design, deploy, and maintain secure communication systems for USSF exercises, ensuring cyber personnel can seamlessly engage in exercises across multiple security levels.
• Configure and manage secure connections to transport systems like the Joint Information Operations Range (JIOR) and distributed exercise digital ranges.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to integrate communication systems within the cyber enclave, addressing all network and security requirements.

Network Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify and mitigate network performance and security risks to ensure robust communication capabilities during exercises.
• Conduct rigorous testing to validate systems' security, functionality, and compliance with USSF and government standards.
• Maintain thorough documentation of configurations, updates, challenges, and solutions for internal tracking and compliance purposes.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Technical Specifications Management

• Work closely with government stakeholders to define network integration requirements and ensure seamless system functionality during exercises.
• Define technical specifications, ensuring all communication systems adhere to mission requirements and operational goals.
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies to improve the enclave's communication infrastructure.

Operational Support & Troubleshooting

• Provide on-site support for setup, teardown, testing, operation, and troubleshooting of equipment during exercises.
• Assist with day-to-day operational support to ensure exercise equipment and infrastructure remain fully functional.
• Ensure all network integration activities comply with industry best practices, government regulations, and cybersecurity standards.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years in DoD cyber-related organizations.
• Proven experience in military communication systems and secure network architecture.
• Demonstrated expertise in integrating cyber transport systems (e.g., JIOR) and distributed exercise digital ranges.
• Experience managing cyber ranges and digital environments in military/government settings.
• Proficiency with advanced cybersecurity tools to ensure system integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, especially in high-pressure scenarios, ensuring minimal operational disruption.
• Knowledge of government regulations, cybersecurity standards, and best practices in communication infrastructure design.
• Experience documenting technical configurations and troubleshooting procedures.
• Certification: Current Security+ certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CompTIA Security+, or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Experience in multi-domain system integration, including space, cyber, and terrestrial communication systems.
• Recent experience (within the last 5 years) in planning, developing, and executing system and communication link designs for USSF or other military operations.

Education & Certification

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.

Required Clearance

• Top Secret/SCI (Active clearance required)

Travel

• Limited travel (approximately 5-6 weeks per year).

Why Join USfalcon?

• Make an Impact - Contribute directly to critical USSF missions by ensuring seamless communication and cyber capabilities during exercises.
• Mission-Focused Culture - Be part of a team that supports defense, intelligence, and national security objectives.
• Career Growth & Development - Benefit from ongoing professional development and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package - Enjoy medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, and more.

In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, USfalcon considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities as well as a candidate's work experience, knowledge, skills, education, and training.

Benefits Offered: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, parental leave, pet insurance, paid time off, and holidays.

About US: USfalcon has grown from our roots in 1984 to become a mid-tier professional services company supporting a diverse and global customer base of DoD and Federal Agencies. We have been excelling in diverse platforms for almost 30 years and continue to be an industry leader. If you thrive in an organization that values integrity, commitment, stewardship, and service, we want to meet you. We deliver core capabilities in Aviation, Space, Information Technology, and Business Operations and continue to grow and expand our competencies, contracts and customer base, adding to our long history of supporting customer and community needs. Learn more at www.usfalcon.com/history .