Senior Communications Engineer

Spektrum Group

. Develop technical documentation and define configuration baselines for BLOS AP use cases under the BRIPES service delivery concept .

Posted 9/29/2026contractRemote • BelgiumSenior💰 €5,070 - €10,140 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in STANAG 5066 protocol stack, interoperability testing, and technical documentation preparation, with a strong focus on military communication systems and NATO standards. Proficient in configuration management and performance optimization within secure communications environments.

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STANAG 5066 Protocol StackInteroperability TestingTechnical Documentation PreparationConfiguration ManagementIP Networking Principles

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Hard Skills

Engineering ImplementationConfiguration SupportTesting and ValidationTroubleshooting Communication SystemsProtocol Stack ConfigurationPerformance OptimizationTechnical ManagementTestbed DevelopmentInteroperability AnalysisService Instructions Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationIndependent WorkCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Back-to-Back ModemsHF Channel SimulatorsNATO Experimentation ToolsTechnical Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

National or NATO Secret Personal Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Military Communications SystemsNATO StandardsSTANAG 4538STANAG 4539Secure Communications ArchitecturesMultinational Communication Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop technical documentation and define configuration baselines for BLOS AP use cases under the BRIPES service delivery concept
Prepare and maintain technical documentation for STANAG 5066 protocol stack parameters and BRASS Enhancement 1 services
Analyze interoperability across STANAG 4538 and STANAG 5066 implementations and document configuration discrepancies
Optimize configuration baselines based on performance criteria
Maintain version control and configuration management of engineering documentation and technical artifacts
Set up testing environments using back-to-back modems, HF channel simulators, and over-the-air transmission
Troubleshoot interface and interoperability challenges involving STANAG 5066 and IP over HF modules
Develop testing approaches and validation plans for BRASS Enhancement 1 services
Participate in NATO experimentation and demonstration activities and validate service parameters
Perform technical testing, interoperability validation, and analysis of test results
Recommend corrective actions and optimized service configurations
Develop and maintain BRIPES Service Instructions covering formal messaging, e-mail, chat, and web services
Perform engineering assessments of service configurations and implementation approaches
Provide recommendations for interoperability issues and harmonized NATO implementation
Coordinate technically with NCIA stakeholders and NATO organizations
Prepare technical reports, engineering analyses, implementation guidance, and briefing materials
Participate in technical meetings, workshops, validation activities, reviews, demonstrations, and experiments
Report progress, risks, issues, and recommendations under NCIA governance processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, with at least two (2) years of post-related experience; or Higher Vocational Training with a minimum of five (5) years of post-related experience
Minimum of two (2) years of practical experience in engineering, implementation, configuration, or support of military or secure communications systems
Proven track record of technical management work in IP over HF services based on STANAG 5066
Demonstrated knowledge of STANAG 5066 Editions 3 and 4, including protocol stack, implementation considerations, and interoperability aspects
Knowledge of STANAG 4538 and STANAG 4539
Knowledge of commercial and/or open-source application clients interfacing with STANAG 5066, including ACP127, STANAG 4406 Annex E, and ACP142
Expertise in developing STANAG 5066-based testbeds and test setups
Experience performing international interoperability testing and analysis reporting
Knowledge of STANAG 5066 use cases, particularly in the NATO Maritime Forces domain
Strong knowledge of IP networking principles, communication protocols, network architectures, protocol stack configuration, and interoperability
Experience preparing technical documentation, engineering specifications, implementation guidance, or Service Instructions
Experience testing, validating, and troubleshooting communication systems
Good understanding of interoperability principles, configuration management, and multinational or multi-vendor communication environments
Familiarity with NATO communications standards, STANAGs, and secure communications architectures
Solid understanding of NATO operational standards, procedures, and communication protocols
English proficiency at minimum C1 level, both written and oral
Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with teams and stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Contract/B2B/Freelancer engagement
Some travel to other NATO sites may be required