RF Engineer I

Launch your engineering career in a role where every project impacts national security. As an RF Engineer I, you’ll help ensure Navy and Marine Corps systems—radar, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), and other spectrum-dependent technologies—can operate on the electromagnetic spectrum. You’ll review technical applications, analyze RF parameters, and coordinate with engineers and policymakers to get critical systems into the hands of warfighters.

What You’ll Do:

Review spectrum certification requests for advanced military systems

Analyze technical specs like IF/RF bandwidth, emission parameters, and deployment scenarios

Identify and correct inconsistencies in applications before they go to the NTIA

Support interagency coordination where military and federal agencies vote on spectrum access

Collaborate with engineering teams and program offices to ensure compliance and readiness

Why This Role is Unique:
Instead of working in a lab, you’ll be doing “engineering by paperwork”—deep technical analysis that makes or breaks whether a system gets approved for operational use. You’ll be at the intersection of engineering, spectrum policy, and mission readiness.

Qualifications:

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or related field

Understanding of RF fundamentals and spectrum concepts

Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a clearance

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Experience with RF planning and spectrum engineering tools such as:

Atoll (radio planning & modeling)

Visualyse (spectrum engineering and compatibility analysis)

Spectrum XXI

STK (Systems Tool Kit)

ICS Telecom or HTZ Communications

MATLAB or Python for RF modeling and analysis

Familiarity with NTIA, FCC, or DoD spectrum policies

Internship or project work in RF systems, satellite communications, or wireless network planning

Why Join Us:
Your work will directly support mission-critical systems that protect our nation. You’ll gain experience in both engineering and spectrum governance while working alongside experienced defense professionals.