RF Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) focused on space and defense RF systems.
Responsibilities
Conduct specialized technical studies related to RF systems, targets, and data products to provide assessments and actionable solutions for program managers or satellite owner/operators
Leading and participating in complex physics-based modeling, simulation and analysis, and conducting technical trades
Ability to conceptualize, synthesize, analyze, and assess the performance of specialized RF communications signals between satellites and ground stations using state-of-the-art signal processing analytic techniques
Maintenance and use of specialized hardware and software designed for the detection of low power signals in high noise environments running under a LINUX operating system
Modeling and assessment of RF transmission and reception parameters such as antenna patterns, signal-to-noise ratios, noise uncertainty, signal strength, bit error rates, among others, to perform link budget analyses and probability of detect calculations
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics
Master's degree in RF Engineering, Signal Processing, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics
The role focuses on the creation and maintenance of LAN network infrastructure across manufacturing, service, and office locations globally, collaborating with IT Business Partners to implement communications and network systems.
Locations (4)
Everett, Washington, United States
Renton, Washington, United States
Seattle, Washington, United States
Auburn, Washington, United States
Compensation
Summary pay range: $158,950 – $215,050
Responsibilities
Leads and performs the identification, analysis, and documentation of requirements for network LAN technologies and services (e.g., wireless, data, voice, video, cable, wire) based on customer goals, objectives, cost and security constraints
Focuses on the creation and maintenance of local area network (LAN) design and infrastructure in manufacturing, service, and office locations globally.
Locations (4)
Everett, Washington, United States
Renton, Washington, United States
Seattle, Washington, United States
Auburn, Washington, United States
Compensation
Summary pay range: $158,950 – $215,050
Responsibilities
Leads and performs the identification, analysis, and documentation of requirements for network LAN technologies and services (e.g., wireless, data, voice, video, cable, wire).
Program Manager for all Auria DISA Programs; Technical Lead and Engineer for two DISA Mobile Service Provider (MSP) programs (prime and sub) responsible for cost, schedule and performance associated with Spectrum engineering and analysis to enable secure and reliable operation of DoW systems on federal/military installations; Provides oversight and management of 3 technical leads, approximately 15 employees and cost, schedule, and performance for three similar spectrum engineering subcontracts (EMBM-J, EMS E3, VT-ARC); Provides subject matter expertise and capture support for spectrum-related new growth opportunities; prepares and submits administrative, financial, and technical reports directly to the SDS Business Unit Executive Vice President
Locations (3)
Reston, Virginia, United States
Fort Meade, Maryland, United States
Virginia, United States
Compensation
$175,000 - $185,000 per year
Responsibilities
Program Manager for all Auria DISA Programs
Technical Lead and Engineer for two DISA Mobile Service Provider (MSP) programs
Support advanced analysis, modeling, and simulation of wireless systems to evaluate spectrum coexistence, compatibility, interference risk, and operational performance.
Compensation
$126,800 - $158,500 - $190,200 Annual
Responsibilities
Perform technical analysis of spectrum-dependent systems to determine compatibility and/or impacts across commercial and government use cases
Define appropriate evaluation methodologies to evaluate the compatibility of communication, radar, and navigation systems operating in shared or adjacent frequency bands
Conduct propagation modeling, link analysis, frequency planning, and interference assessments across varied operational environments
Assess the operational impacts of interference on system performance across current and emerging technologies
Prepare technical reports, trade studies, engineering recommendations, and sponsor briefings based on analytical findings
Lead RF Spectrum Engineer responsible for spectrum sharing, testing, and evaluation across government and commercial systems.
Compensation
Salary compensation range and midpoint:
$156,400 - $195,500 - $234,600 Annual
Responsibilities
Coordinate and lead spectrum sharing test, design, and deployment activities of technical teams from federal agencies, commercial industry, and academia.
Define and execute technical analysis methodologies to determine compatibility of spectrum-dependent systems across commercial and government use cases.
Prepare high quality technical reports, trade studies, engineering recommendations, and sponsor briefings based on analytical findings.
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies that could be utilized to address spectrum coexistence problems.
Provide strategic oversight and manage concurrent components of a broader spectrum-based work program, synchronizing work products across different tasks and organizations.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field
Nice to have: Master’s or PhD in electrical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, systems engineering, or related discipline
Nice to have: 8+ years of professional experience in RF engineering, spectrum engineering, electromagnetic compatibility, or related analytical engineering work
Design, qualification, and procurement of antenna system components for satellite production and R&D, optimizing system-level antenna and RF performance.
Compensation
$170,000—$250,000 USD
Responsibilities
Design antenna system components for production and R&D
Qualify and procure space‑qualified antenna and RF components
Optimize system‑level antenna and RF performance
Collaborate with structural, thermal, and communication engineers
Propose novel antenna solutions to the business development team
Take ownership of RF laboratory and small-scale production, ensuring that our equipment, people, and processes are ready to deliver high-quality RF and microwave instruments and components.
Compensation
A salary of €80,000 to €90,000 per year, depending on skills, qualifications, and experience.
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate small-scale builds from material readiness through assembly, inspection and final testing
Set priorities, allocate tasks and guide colleagues supporting production and lab activities
Coordinate production schedules and shared lab resources; communicate progress, risks and resource needs
Manage lab access, bench organization and shared equipment availability so measurement and testing work can proceed safely and efficiently
Maintain an equipment register and coordinate calibration, verification, maintenance and repairs
Requirements
Qualification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or Mechatronics
Works collaboratively with other stakeholders (Transport, MAN/WAN, Structured Cabling, Project Manager, etc.) in focused, agile-inspired sprint teams
Creates and documents designs that conform to architectural and security standards to meet customer requirements, using design templates and standard implementation packages
Prepares, deploys, and coordinates installation of complex implementation packages per Boeing standards
Provides Level 3 Incident/Problem Management support in preventative, proactive and reactive maintenance to meet service restoration and network availability objectives, using network analysis and monitoring tools
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