** Active Clearance RequiredCompany OverviewSystems Technology Forum LTD (STF) is an established industry partner with a passion for exceptional performance and an unwavering commitment to our clients. As a premier provider of management, engineering, information technology, and logistics services, STF is committed to delivering high-quality systems engineering, technical and professional support services that meet and exceed deliverable requirements.STF offers superior out-of-the-box solutions to end-to-end problems and customer-centric support to the United States Government, Military, Department of Defense (DoD), and other federal agencies.Job SummarySTF is seeking a Senior SATCOM Modeling Engineer to join our Deputy Chief Information Officer for Command, Control, & Communications (DCIO C3) team located out of the Mark Center in Falls Church, VA. Our customer, the DoD CIO C3 Infrastructure Directorate, is responsible for the oversight of crucial telecommunications infrastructure to include SATCOM systems, tactical data links, C2/ information sharing and DISN services. As a member of our team, you will facilitate the coordination of reference architectures which describe the C3I capabilities for which the DoD CIO is responsible; this includes assisting in analysis of existing and projected use, development of reference architectures, modeling, description/documentation and approval. Assist in implementing and maintaining analytic and collaboration tools which foster the DoD CIO's governance role such as web-based portals and collaboration software [e.g., the DoD 365 Impact Level 5 implementation of Microsoft Teams]. You will be on the forefront of using engineering and modelling for the Nation's critical communications capabilities.Responsibilities and DutiesUpdate and maintain the DoD SATCOM Enterprise Management & Control Reference Architecture (DoD Enterprise Satellite Communications (SATCOM)-Management and Control (ESC-MC) Reference Architecture).Coordinate and publish the DoD SATCOM Terminal Reference Architecture.Develop models for DoD Gateway Operations and Reference (GOaR) study/architecture.Conduct evaluations of the resilience of current, planned & alternative SATCOM space system architectures.Assist in the performance of an AoA to evaluate alternative architectures and capabilities for an integrated SATCOM resource and service restoral management system.Support of the development of a DoD ESC-MC Solution Architecture and DoD ESC-MC Implementation Plan.Support the development of a DoD SATCOM Ground Infrastructure (SGI) Reference Architecture.Assist in the analysis of the integration of commercial SATCOM managed services as part of an overall "Hybrid"A' DoD SATCOM Enterprise architecture.Member of the team which maintains the DoD CIO's SATCOM Smart [reference] BookAssist in keeping information posted to the DoD CIO's JIE portal/web page for SATCOM currentWorks directly with the government DoD CIO (C3I) SATCOM lead on execution of assigned roles. Attends daily staff mobility team staff meeting, maintains status of assigned areas to include action items/suspenses, attends meetings with the DoD and across the Federal government and Industry, compiles engagements reports for submission to the government. Provides analysis of SATCOM architectures, standards and standards processesQualifications and SkillsRequired knowledge and years of experienceWith BS - 24 years directly related to requirements (mandatory); with MS - 22 years directly related to the requirements (desired)Education RequirementsBS in an Engineering or Technical discipline (required); MS (preferred)CertificationsPMP (desired)Clearance RequirementTop Secret Clearance RequiredBenefits and PerksAt STF, we recognize that talented employees are the foundation of our success. STF provides benefits and compensation packages to help our employees meet the diverse and changing needs throughout their careers and lives.Benefits packages include the following:Medical Plans administered through United HealthCareVision and Dental Plan Benefits401(k) Tax-Deferred Retirement PlanAccidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceDependent / Medical Care Flexible Spending AccountDirect DepositHealth and Welfare MedicalHoliday LeaveIndustry Competitive SalariesLife Insurance (basic and supplemental)Paid Time Off / Annual Comprehensive Personal LeavePerformance / Award BonusesProfessional Development CourseworkTechnical TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramTotalChoiceA$ cents A cents € zA' cents Voluntary BenefitsSTF Cares / Paid Time Off to VolunteerThis position is subject to the requirements under the COVID-19 Workplace Safety: Guidance for Federal Contractors and Subcontracts which sets forth workplace safety protocols for contractor workplace locations pursuant to the Executive Order 14042 on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety requirements and any successful candidate will need to provide proof of vaccination compliance