Business Development Engineer, USSOCOM

Motorola Solutions

. Analyze USSOCOM capability gaps, SOF-peculiar communications requirements, and tactical edge network design goals .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering and technical business development within defense technology, with a strong focus on tactical communication systems and network architecture. Proficient in collaborating with stakeholders to align technical solutions with operational needs and business priorities.

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Systems EngineeringTechnical Business DevelopmentSoftware-Defined Radios (SDRs)TCP/IP NetworkingActive U.S. Government SECRET Clearance

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Hard Skills

Network ConfigurationTactical Communication SystemsRF Test EquipmentLinux EnvironmentsScripting Languages (Python, C++)IP-Based Routing ProtocolsField Trials ExecutionMarket ResearchTechnical DemonstrationsCompetitive Benchmarking

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationRemote Team Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Spectrum AnalyzersSignal Generators

Certifications & Qualifications

Active U.S. Government SECRET Clearance

Industry Keywords

USSOCOMC5ISRUSASOCNAVSPECWARCOMAFSOCMARSOCLPI/LPDAnti-Jamming TacticsSignature ManagementContested Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonTCP/IPC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze USSOCOM capability gaps, SOF-peculiar communications requirements, and tactical edge network design goals
Support technical planning, network configuration, and live-on-the-air execution of field trials, modernizations, and user evaluations
Collaborate with Applications Engineering using continuous testing and competitive benchmarking data
Align technical work with Business Development priorities
Build and present technical demonstrations for USSOCOM and component commands
Provide technical input and review support for RFI/RFP proposal responses
Perform market research to identify industry integrations and test end-to-end network architectures
Engage with technical stakeholders across USSOCOM organizations and component command Science & Technology leads
Gather field feedback, signature management requirements, and operational needs for product roadmap inputs
Track engineering progress against operational needs
Travel frequently to customer sites, research laboratories, and strategic field-testing environments, with travel up to 50%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related C5ISR field with 2–5 years of demonstrated experience in systems engineering, technical business development, or defense technology roles; OR High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years of relevant technical or defense experience
Exposure to or working knowledge of Software-Defined Radios (SDRs), IP-based routing protocols, or tactical communication systems
Basic familiarity with RF test equipment, such as spectrum analyzers and signal generators
Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire
Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts
Successful clearance of a background check and drug test
Basic understanding of USSOCOM procurement pathways and operational needs across USASOC, NAVSPECWARCOM, AFSOC, and MARSOC
Familiarity with LPI/LPD, anti-jamming tactics, or signature management in contested/spectrum-denied environments
Practical experience with TCP/IP networking, Linux environments, or scripting languages such as Python or C++
Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain technical concepts effectively
Ability to work effectively in a remote team setting
Ability to lift equipment up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
Referral Payment Plan
100% remote working option depending on location
Professional development through work on field trials, technical demonstrations, and customer engagements