Radio Communications Specialist

Nwis Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

Sterling Full-time Mid-level Communications

Mid-level Communications role at Nwis. Sterling · full-time · $122,000–$253,000 base.

SalaryStated by Nwis

$122,000 – $253,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

Role brief

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What you'll do

You'll support customer communications projects through program management, administration, and engineering work
You'll design, install, modify, and upgrade tactical radio systems and specialized equipment
You'll explain technical processes and site-survey findings to technical and non-technical audiences
You'll test equipment, diagnose issues, and resolve tier-one and tier-two system problems

What you bring

You have at least six years working on Sponsor tactical communications projects, including ICOM, Motorola, and Harris equipment
You hold a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph on day one and can qualify for crossover
You have a bachelor's degree plus the required experience, or can replace the degree with additional experience
You can complete tower-climbing, fall-protection, weapons, medical, and administrative clearances

Who this fits

You’ll suit a technically experienced communications specialist who can work independently and with a team while meeting security, safety, and communications-policy requirements. The role is tied to the Warrenton and Herndon areas, with occasional WMA travel, up to fifty percent OCONUS travel including hazard areas, and ten percent CONUS travel. You must be able to work at heights, complete fall-protection training, qualify for weapons training, and perform extended TDYs in dangerous or hostile environments.

From the employer

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is seeking an experienced and cleared Radio Communications Specialist in support of USG in the Warrenton and Herndon areas. The right candidate will provide Senior level Program Management, Administrative, and Engineering Support for our Customer communications-based projects in the Warrenton and Herndon areas.

Qualifications and Required Skills:

Six (6) or more years direct experience with Sponsor tactical communications projects and design including ICOM/Motorola/Harris equipment and its use.
Direct experience with Sponsor systems including BASIS, GENESIS, approval memos and message preparation.
Solid background in and understanding of current installation procedures (CIP) and field training of personnel.
Ability to explain technical procedures and processes and results of site surveys clearly and accurately.
Excellent knowledge of tactical systems
Ability to completely understand and respond to customers comprehensive tactical requirements
Ability to give details to both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to adhere to security and safety standards, counterintelligence and applicable communications policies and procedures
Knowledge of procurement processes
Ability to independently perform specialized equipment and system installations, modifications, and upgrades.
Ability to test, identify, and resolve most tier 1 and tier 2 equipment and system problems
Willingness to perform extended TDYs in dangerous/hostile environments
Ability to be medically and administratively cleared for travel
Ability to successfully qualify for weapons training
Working knowledge of policies and regulations related to the completion of assigned work
Ability to excel independently and in a team environment
Ability to work at heights and successfully complete Fall Protection training.

Additional Requirements:

Up to 50% travel OCONUS including hazard areas, and 10% travel CONUS, as required and based on customer needs
Not required, but must be willing and capable of getting weapons certification
Tower Climbing Certification, Achieve level 1 Sponsor Cert. within 1 year of start date
Occasional travel within WMA

Required Education:

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of six (6) years of experience
Eight (8) years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree for a total of fourteen (14) years of experience

Required Clearance:

Must have TS/SCI security clearance with Poly on day one and be eligible for crossover.

About Nightwing:

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.
When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.
At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.