RF Systems and Test Electrical Engineer
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 uses COTS/GOTS products, modifications, and custom integration components, with testing to verify that delivered systems meet operational requirements. The engineer will help define technical requirements, develop system designs, present technical designs during reviews, and guide work from initial requirements through component selection, testing, documentation, delivery, and system testing. The role also provides laboratory oversight and support to technicians and installers, and includes sharing engineering expertise through leadership and mentoring junior staff. The position supports defense communications and may provide opportunities to expand skills 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 using 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.
- Develop and execute test procedures for Analysis of Alternatives, components, subsystems, and complete systems.
- Select and integrate radio components and communication systems into complex environments.
- Conduct component-level and system-level testing to verify operational and performance requirements.
- Provide laboratory oversight and support technicians and installers.
- Participate in design reviews and communicate technical designs.
- Support work from requirements and component selection through testing, documentation, delivery, and system testing.
- Provide engineering leadership and mentor junior staff.
Benefits
- Health, life, and disability benefits.
- Financial and retirement benefits.
- Paid leave.
- Professional development.
- Tuition assistance.
- Work-life programs.
- Dependent care.
- Recognition awards for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
