Focused on advanced analysis, modeling, and simulation of wireless systems operating in complex electromagnetic environments, evaluating spectrum coexistence, compatibility, interference risk, and operational performance across diverse RF systems, platforms, and networks.
Compensation
Salary compensation range and midpoint: $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 E.g., commercial xG on government systems
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
This is a talent pool for various full-time positions in communications and signal processing opportunities. The role involves developing, evaluating, and prototyping innovative solutions for resilient wireless communications for U.S. Government sponsors.
Compensation
Salary compensation range and midpoint: $126,800 - $158,500 - $190,200 Annual
Responsibilities
Develop novel DSP and signal processing algorithms to improve signal detection and classification in congested, contested, and denied environments
Design and implement PHY/baseband algorithms (e.g., OFDM, MIMO, beamforming, advanced channel coding) for modern wireless systems
Evaluate different MIMO transmission schemes and beamforming approaches for throughput, interference management, and robustness
Conduct theoretical analysis to assess the performance of novel geolocation and direction-finding techniques
Design and prototype waveforms for challenging channels (e.g., long-haul, beyond-line-of-sight, high-dynamics, and fading environments)
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
Master’s degree
PhD
Nice to have: MS or PhD in an engineering discipline
Lead technical leadership for the N131 Survivable Communications and Networking Systems Department, overseeing technical integrity, quality, and program execution for nuclear command, control, and communications initiatives.
Compensation
$202,000 - $252,500 - $303,000 Annual
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and oversight for program deliverables
Partner with Department Manager for strategic work-shaping and sponsor relationships
Lead technical quality efforts and develop standards
Drive innovation and external stakeholder engagement
Support staff hiring, development, and training initiatives
This position develops an ability for innovative thought, deep technical expertise, and knowledge of the challenges that will shape the development of cutting-edge resilient solutions in wireless communications for Government Sponsors.
Compensation
$89,200 - $111,500 - $133,800 Annual
Responsibilities
End-to-end modeling and simulation (M&S) of commercial cellular physical layer signals to enable spectrum sharing innovation
Building a simulation to examine wireless multi-domain (aerial/space/ground) networks using different waveforms and protocols, both commercial and military
Using simulation to evaluate different MIMO transmission schemes on throughput and interference management
Using scenario-based modeling of communications technologies with multiple users interacting in a contested environment
Analyzing, documenting and providing recommendations for improvements to communication systems including areas such as system resilience, networking, electronic warfare, capacity, etc.
Salary compensation range and midpoint:
$156,400 - $195,500 - $234,600 Annual
Responsibilities
Support communications systems development and analysis by designing and analyzing innovative waveform components such as synchronization, forward error correction, spread spectrum technologies, medium access control, channel equalization, interference cancellation, etc.
Document and provide recommendations for improvements to communication systems including areas such as system resilience, networking, electronic warfare, capacity, etc.
Perform modeling and simulation activities of communication systems.
Design and verify real-time signal processing modules for a FPGA implementation of next generation military communication receivers.
Use software defined radios to implement communication protocols and perform signal analysis.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
Master’s degree
PhD
Nice to have: Top Secret clearance
Nice to have: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Lead multidisciplinary technical teams to develop state-of-the-art RF sensing and electronic warfare algorithms and transition them from research to operational prototypes.
Locations (2)
Dayton, Ohio, United States
Woburn, Massachusetts, United States
Compensation
Full-Time Salary Range: $206,000 - $284,000
Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary technical teams
Architect advanced RF sensing and EW algorithms from concept to operational prototype
Engage directly with customers to understand their unique requirements and national security needs
Mentor junior researchers and provide technical direction across programs
Transition new technologies from research into operational prototypes
Lead multidisciplinary technical teams to develop state‑of‑the‑art RF sensing and electronic warfare algorithms and transition them from research to operational prototypes.
Locations (3)
Woburn, Massachusetts, United States
Arlington, Virginia, United States
Dayton, Ohio, United States
Compensation
Full-Time Salary Range: $206,000 - $284,000
Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary technical teams
Architect advanced RF sensing and EW algorithms from concept to operational prototype
Engage directly with customers to understand their unique requirements and national security needs
Mentor junior researchers and provide technical direction across programs
Transition new technologies from research into operational prototypes
Lead Algorithm & Signal Processing Researcher focused on developing state-of-the-art algorithms for sense making, sensor decision making, radar, and electronic warfare.
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