RF Spectrum Engineer III

Parsons Corporation•Arlington, VA

23h

About The Position

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented RF Spectrum Engineer III to join our team! What You'll Be Doing: The RF Spectrum Engineer is responsible for the installation and lifecycle maintenance of RF systems at Department of State facilities for the Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Offices of Security Technology (ST) and Technology Innovation and Engineering (TIE). The engineer builds and configures RF systems, tests equipment to ensure functionality, and manages hardware and software configuration changes to ensure interoperability of highly technical equipment. The role provides technical support for all phases of RF systems—including pre-installation, installation, and post-installation—and coordinates all reporting, including pre- and post-trip reports and Engineering Security Services Reports (ESSRs). The RF Spectrum Engineer III serves as the team lead, coordinating travel, ECC, and other travel documents, and assists in identifying and developing equipment upgrades and platform replacements. Additional responsibilities include performing surveys for new installations at existing facilities, developing and administering user training for multiple existing and new systems, configuring laptops, and assisting with the development and maintenance of deployment plans and schedules. The engineer is responsible for working with data throughout its lifecycle, including collection, management, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition, to support technical and operational requirements.

Requirements

Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
Eligible for and able to obtain and maintain required security clearance/access approvals.
High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or IT-related field highly desired.
Minimum of seven years of experience in RF research, development, or testing.
Prior experience as an electrician or installer of technical security equipment.
Knowledge of State Department Managing Projects methodology.
Prior experience as a project manager with supervisory responsibilities.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Project, Visio, and AutoCAD highly desired.
Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Demonstrated experience working with data throughout its lifecycle, including collection, management, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition.
Demonstrated good attitude and ability to work as a leader and as a member of a team.
Ability to multi-task efficiently, work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects, and maintain strong attention to detail.
25-50% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required for program coordination.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or IT-related field highly desired.
Prior experience working with budgetary operations is preferred.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Project, Visio, and AutoCAD highly desired.

Responsibilities

installation and lifecycle maintenance of RF systems
builds and configures RF systems
tests equipment to ensure functionality
manages hardware and software configuration changes
provides technical support for all phases of RF systems
coordinates all reporting
serves as the team lead, coordinating travel, ECC, and other travel documents
assists in identifying and developing equipment upgrades and platform replacements
performing surveys for new installations at existing facilities
developing and administering user training for multiple existing and new systems
configuring laptops
assisting with the development and maintenance of deployment plans and schedules
responsible for working with data throughout its lifecycle