Spectrum Engineering Manager

BryceTech•Chantilly, VA

About The Position

BryceTech is seeking a Spectrum Engineering Manager to lead a team providing spectrum management, frequency coordination, spectrum authorization, and RF engineering support to the Space Development Agency (SDA). The Spectrum Engineering Manager will oversee technical execution across SDA's space and ground systems, including satellite communications and transport capabilities, while serving as a senior technical advisor to government and program leadership. The Spectrum Engineering Manager will lead the preparation and coordination of spectrum certification and authorization packages, frequency plans, ITU coordination activities, interference and compatibility analyses, and other spectrum engineering products. The Manager will work closely with SDA, DoD spectrum management organizations, SETA and FFRDC partners, industry, and other government stakeholders to resolve complex spectrum issues and ensure timely authorization of spectrum-dependent systems. This position requires a strong understanding of DoD and federal spectrum management processes and the ability to lead technical teams through complex interagency and regulatory approval processes. The ideal candidate will bring extensive hands-on experience with DD Form 1494, EL-CID, E2ESS, Stepstone, NTIA regulations, ITU requirements, and spectrum coordination for space, SATCOM, or other advanced RF systems.

Requirements

Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility (TS/SCI)
Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant professional experience
Significant professional experience in spectrum management, RF engineering, and the spectrum authorization process
Demonstrated experience leading or managing technical teams supporting spectrum engineering or spectrum management activities
Extensive experience preparing, submitting, reviewing, and coordinating DD Form 1494 spectrum support requests
Experience with DoD or federal spectrum management processes, organizations, and authorization requirements
Experience using DoD or federal spectrum management tools such as EL-CID, E2ESS, Stepstone, or comparable systems
Strong working knowledge of RF systems and spectrum-dependent communications systems
Experience developing or reviewing frequency plans and spectrum certification documentation
Experience coordinating with government spectrum management organizations and other technical stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical activities involving multiple government, contractor, industry, and external stakeholders
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to brief senior government and program leadership
Ability to effectively manage competing priorities, technical risks, and program schedules

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, RF engineering, telecommunications, aerospace engineering, physics, or another STEM discipline
Experience supporting space-based communications, satellite communications, transport-layer systems, or associated ground systems
Experience developing and submitting ITU Advanced Publication Information (API)
Extensive knowledge of the NTIA Redbook and applicable ITU regulations
Experience conducting RF interference analysis, spectrum compatibility assessments, or electromagnetic compatibility analysis
Familiarity with DoD-specific NTIA Redbook footnotes and spectrum requirements associated with Link-16 and other DoD communication systems
Experience working with AFSMO, NMSC, SSC SMO, or comparable spectrum management organizations
Experience with the NDD coordination group, NTIA SPS, or other federal spectrum coordination bodies
Experience with RF system analysis, modeling, and simulation at the individual system or constellation level
Familiarity with modeling and simulation tools such as STK, AFSIM, and Coast
Experience supporting major DoD space acquisition or satellite communications programs
Demonstrated experience presenting complex spectrum engineering issues and recommendations to senior government and program leadership

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of spectrum engineers supporting SDA spectrum management, certification, authorization, and coordination activities
Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise on spectrum management and RF engineering issues affecting SDA space and ground systems
Oversee preparation, review, and coordination of DD Form 1494 spectrum support requests and associated certification documentation
Ensure spectrum authorization activities are properly planned, tracked, coordinated, and completed within program schedules
Lead development and coordination of frequency plans in accordance with the NTIA Manual of Regulations and Procedures for Federal Radio Frequency Management (Redbook) and applicable ITU regulations
Oversee development and submission of Advanced Publication Information (API) packages supporting ITU coordination, notification, and protection of space and terrestrial systems
Lead RF interference, electromagnetic compatibility, and spectrum compatibility analyses for existing and planned systems
Review technical analyses and recommendations developed by spectrum engineers and provide guidance on complex or disputed spectrum issues
Use and oversee application of DoD and federal spectrum management tools, including EL-CID, E2ESS, Stepstone, and other applicable systems
Coordinate with incumbent spectrum users and stakeholder organizations to resolve interference concerns and develop appropriate mitigation procedures
Apply DoD-specific spectrum management requirements and NTIA Redbook footnotes, including requirements applicable to Link-16 and other DoD communication systems
Lead coordination with spectrum management organizations, committees, and working groups, including the NASA-DoD-DoC (NDD) coordination group and NTIA Spectrum Planning Subcommittee (SPS)
Coordinate spectrum certification activities with organizations such as the Air Force Spectrum Management Office (AFSMO), Navy Marine Corps Spectrum Center (NMSC), and Space Systems Command Spectrum Management Office (SSC SMO)
Establish team priorities, assign technical work, monitor workload, and ensure quality and timely delivery of spectrum engineering products
Mentor and develop spectrum engineering personnel and provide technical guidance on complex spectrum management problems
Identify risks, dependencies, and potential delays associated with spectrum authorization activities and develop mitigation strategies
Advise SDA program leadership on spectrum requirements, regulatory constraints, authorization timelines, interference risks, and potential impacts to system architectures
Support acquisition and deployment of SDA transport and communications satellites and associated ground systems by identifying and resolving spectrum-related technical issues
Analyze spectrum requirements within the context of space vehicle, constellation, ground terminal, and communications architectures
Coordinate with government, SETA, FFRDC, contractor, industry, and other external stakeholders to achieve program objectives
Develop and deliver technical analyses, reports, briefings, and recommendations to senior government and program leadership
Represent the spectrum engineering team in technical interchange meetings, program reviews, working groups, and other stakeholder engagements
Establish and maintain processes, standards, and best practices for spectrum engineering and authorization activities
Provide additional spectrum management, RF engineering, and technical leadership support as assigned