RF Analysis Engineer, Senior

Booz Allen Hamilton•Arlington, VA

11d•$77,600 - $176,000

About The Position

The RF Analysis Engineer provides technical support to the DoW Electromagnetic Spectrum Enterprise Policy and Programs (EMSEPP) office in the areas of spectrum management, electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO), 5G and FutureG technologies, and spectrum policy. Support government meetings, technical working groups, and stakeholder engagements by preparing reports, presentations, and briefing materials to share technical analyses. Coordinate with DoW organizations, federal agencies, industry partners, and standards bodies to assess emerging technologies, spectrum-sharing initiatives, regulatory developments, and spectrum access strategies. Deliver subject matter expertise and technical recommendations to support DoW spectrum modernization and electromagnetic spectrum superiority objectives. As an RF Analysis Engineer, you will be responsible for everything from validating input data, devising an analysis methodology, and ensuring the quality of technical outputs to concisely and clearly convey results. You will also support the Lead engineer in representing the DoW's interests in technical working groups with your peers. Work with us as we ensure mission-critical spectrum access for the DoW and the Nation.

Requirements

5+ years of experience with Radio Frequency (RF) engineering
2+ years of experience conducting Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) analyses for DOW spectrum-dependent systems
Knowledge of Federal spectrum management
Knowledge of Wireless communications systems
Knowledge of DoW or other Military Service branch spectrum-dependent mission systems, such as radionavigation and communications
Knowledge of 4G and 5G RAN technologies, including the RF interfaces
Ability to mentor the technical execution of junior engineers, including performing quality assurance
Ability to clearly present technical topics in high-pressure situations, such as technical committees of peers
Ability to produce professional documentation
Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Science, Technology, or Mathematics

Nice To Haves

Experience with ITU standardization (ITU-T), radiocommunication (ITU-R) sectors, and WRC processes
Experience in MATLAB, Python, or programming languages suitable to augment or enhance COTS RF simulation capabilities
Experience utilizing tools such as Systems Tool Kit (STK), Visualyse Professional, EDX Signal Pro, or iQLink
Knowledge of International Telecommunications Union (ITU)
Knowledge of RF protocols and propagation models
Knowledge of NTIA and FCC processes as they relate to DoW spectrum policy and strategy, including the NTIA Redbook Table of Allocations and associated regulatory framework
Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Science, Technology, or Mathematics

Responsibilities

Performing RF Analyses to protect customer operations around the globe.
Ensuring spectrum access to support the DoW's mission at home and abroad.
Providing technical support in spectrum management, EMSO, 5G and FutureG technologies, and spectrum policy.
Supporting government meetings, technical working groups, and stakeholder engagements by preparing reports, presentations, and briefing materials.
Coordinating with DoW organizations, federal agencies, industry partners, and standards bodies to assess emerging technologies, spectrum-sharing initiatives, regulatory developments, and spectrum access strategies.
Delivering subject matter expertise and technical recommendations to support DoW spectrum modernization and electromagnetic spectrum superiority objectives.
Validating input data, devising an analysis methodology, and ensuring the quality of technical outputs.
Concisely and clearly conveying results.
Supporting the Lead engineer in representing the DoW's interests in technical working groups with peers.