Location: Remote (limited on-site presence at Braine L’Alleud, Belgium)
Duties & Roles
1. Technical Analysis and Documentation:
- Analyse and document SATCOM system requirements and interfaces
- Perform technical evaluations of proposed SATCOM solutions
- Prepare technical analysis based on market survey results to support development of IFB (Invitation for Bid) documents
- Create high-level architectural diagrams in line with project requirements and overall architecture
2. Procurement and Contract Support:
- Support preparation of technical sections for procurement documents
- Support all technical and administrative activities necessary to facilitate contract award
- Provide advice on best courses of action to ensure programme success
3. Technical Leadership and Stakeholder Support:
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to support project teams and decision-making
- Support multidisciplinary teams and technical and operational stakeholders
- Participate in meetings with technical and operational experts, offering advice and seeking/applying solutions
- Liaise with Chief Technology
Education, Experience and Training (essential)
- Extensive knowledge of SATCOM systems, including ground terminals, ground infrastructure, and military/commercial SATCOM space services, with minimum 10 years of experience
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in concept, development, and execution of projects and scientific programmes
- Nationally recognized/ certified engineering university qualification, preferably a Master of Science degree
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office and Visio
- Ability to receive and execute tasking in accordance with direction from NCI Agency leadership
- Ability to plan and execute assigned project tasks considering policies, programme goals, priorities, funding, and planning constraints
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Motivated, strong communication skills, and team player
- Strong listening and communication skills in English
Education, Experience and Training (desired)
- Experience working within NCIA or similar defence-related environments
- Knowledge of NATO Communication and Information Systems Infrastructure
- Prior experience working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements.