Spectrum and Satcom Operations Analyst
GD Information Technology, Inc.
Type of Requisition:
RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCIClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCIPublic Trust/Other Required:
NoneJob Family:
Professional EngineeringJob Qualifications:
Skills:
Radio Frequency (RF), Satellite Communications (SATCOM), Spectral Analysis, Spectrum, Technical ConsultingCertifications:
NoneExperience:
5 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:
YesJob Description:
The Spectrum & SATCOM Operations Analyst supports Joint Task Force–level communications operations through the creation, management, and dissemination of communications and electronics operating instruction documentation. The analyst conducts global spectrum management, supports satellite communications planning, and ensures compliance with national and international spectrum regulations. This role requires expertise in spectrum management tools, SATCOM coordination processes, interference reporting, and frequency assignment workflows across DoD and multinational partners. The analyst will interface frequently with Joint Staff, U.S. Strategic Command, United States Cyber Command, Geographic Combatant Commands, and installation spectrum managers.
Responsibilities:
• Create communications and electronics operating instruction documents (JCEOI) for Joint Task Force operations.
• Manage global frequency assignments from HF to EHF bands using Spectrum XXI, government master files, and international telecommunications systems.
• Coordinate ultra‑high frequency (UHF) tactical satellite allocations with Joint Staff, USSTRATCOM, USCYBERCOM, and Geographic Combatant Commands.
• Review spectrum certifications to ensure adequacy and accuracy for operational needs.
• Generate, submit, validate, and track frequency assignment requests in Spectrum XXI and other DoD spectrum databases.
• Coordinate frequency assignment requests with installation spectrum managers, geographic component commanders, federal/non‑federal users, and foreign partners.
• Maintain technical knowledge of NTIA Manual procedures governing federal frequency management.
SATCOM Management & Support
• Perform duties as the Global Broadcast System (GBS) Theater Injection Manager, creating transmission programs, missions, and receive‑system configurations.
• Generate, submit, validate, and track Satellite Access Requests (SAR) and Gateway Access Requests (GAR) through JIST and JSPB databases.
• Provide SATCOM technical assistance to Joint Activity Spectrum Branch stakeholders.
• Report and track electromagnetic interference (EMI) incidents using the Joint Spectrum Interference Response Online database.
Technical Support, Documentation & Analysis
• Generate, process, and track electronic attack requests and required spectrum analysis to national-level agencies.
• Utilize Stepstone to capture data for spectrum‑dependent equipment supporting certification and supportability processes, including completing DD‑1494 applications.
• Manage, maintain, update, and distribute Joint Communication‑Electronics Operating Instructions (JCEOI).
• Update and distribute Joint Restricted Frequency Lists (JRFL).
Security Requirements:
• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Physical Demands:
• Ability to lift over 35 lbs.
Work Environment:
• Work environment may include administrative office settings or deployed combat zone environments.
Education & Experience Requirements:
• BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8 years of relevant spectrum, SATCOM, or communications operations experience.
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At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Travel Required:
10-25%Telecommuting Options:
OnsiteWork Location:
USA NC Fort BraggAdditional 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.
Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 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 mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events atEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected VeteransSummary
Manage spectrum, satellite communications, and create operational documentation for defense operations.
Job title
Spectrum and Satcom Operations Analyst
Experience level
8+ years
Minimum experience
8+ years exp
Industry
defense
Location requirements
Onsite in USA NC Fort Bragg, no remote work allowed.
Salary
$102k–$115k
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Fort Bragg, NC, USA