RF Systems and Test Electrical Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton•Usa, MD

About The Position

Booz Allen is seeking an electrical engineer specializing in radio systems and radio frequency (RF) design and testing to develop, integrate, and test radio communication systems and products for internal and external customers. The role includes defining technical requirements, creating system designs, selecting components, developing and executing test procedures, and documenting and testing systems through final delivery. Systems may use COTS/GOTS products with modifications and custom integration components, and testing is used to verify that delivered systems meet operational requirements. The engineer will support Analysis of Alternatives, component, subsystem, and system testing; provide lab oversight to technicians and installers; and participate in design reviews by briefing technical designs. The role also involves troubleshooting and adapting installations and designs while delivering systems in the field. The engineer will share expertise through leadership and mentoring of junior staff and may broaden their experience in MIL-461 testing and fielding radio communication systems.

Requirements

Experience testing radio system components, including radios, amplifiers, filters, wave guides, converters, or antennas.
Experience working with multiple vendors to down-select components based on requirements.
Experience developing radio system designs to integrate communication systems into complex environments.
Experience developing functional test procedures at the component and system levels.
Experience working with radio test equipment to complete testing.
Knowledge of modern radio technologies.
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience designing and deploying radio communication systems, or a Master's degree and experience designing and deploying radio communication systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience in MIL-461 testing in a semi-anechoic chamber.
Experience working with HF radio systems.
Experience with Electronic Warfare (EW) or Electro Magnetic Pulse (EMP) testing.
Experience in Modeling and Simulation.
Experience with a computer language such as Python or MATLAB.
Ability to work with drafters to develop component and system drawings.
Ability to work with technicians to troubleshoot installations and adapt designs while delivering systems in the field.

Responsibilities

Define technical requirements and develop radio system designs based on those requirements.
Select and down-select components with multiple vendors based on requirements.
Develop and execute test procedures for Analysis of Alternatives, components, subsystems, and complete systems.
Develop functional test procedures at the component and system levels.
Use radio test equipment to test radio system components and systems.
Participate in design reviews and brief technical designs.
Document systems through final delivery and system testing.
Provide lab oversight and support to technicians and installers.
Support troubleshooting installations and adapting designs while delivering systems in the field.
Lead and mentor junior staff.