Spectrum Management Engineer (Secret clearance)

Vantor•El Segundo, CA

6d•$147,000 - $215,600•Hybrid

About The Position

Vantor is seeking a Spectrum Management Engineer to support the U.S. Space Force, specifically within the Spectrum Management Office. This role is crucial for ensuring regulatory compliance by assisting in the development and delivery of Frequency Use Plans according to DoD, NTIA, and ITU standards. The engineer will collaborate with Space Vehicle, Launch Vehicle, and Ground Systems design teams to secure necessary frequency certifications. The position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail regarding regulations, and a proactive approach to cross-functional collaboration. The role involves researching new requirements, technologies, and threats, and applying innovative engineering methodologies to develop future solutions. This is a mission-driven role focused on shaping the future of Spectrum Management in the Space Force.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen with a Secret clearance; with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or aerospace engineering
8+ years of experience with space electrical systems or space communication systems.
Knowledge of the spectrum supportability strategy requirements applied to the development, design, test and/or operational for space systems.
Knowledge of U.S. Space Force Acquisition process in accordance with DoD and DAF policies and procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
Knowledge of communication and networking database applications (Power BI, SharePoint, Confluence/JIRA, Warp Core, etc)
Knowledge of Military Specifications and Standards
Top Secret/SCI Eligible

Responsibilities

Consultant and advocate for SSC programs to obtain spectrum certification (DD1494), request for frequency assignment (RFA), spectrum supportability risk assessment concurrence and International Telecommunication Union (ITU) registration in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Air Force (DAF) policies, principles, and disciplines.
Serve as an expert technical authority on spectrum management, radio communications, frequency engineering, and protection of radio frequency spectrum as applicable to space systems.
Resolves problems and end user support, guidance, and training as required relative to all aspects of spectrum management, submission of frequency request, and management of SSC's radio frequency cases and submission request for radio frequency authorizations application/proposals to the Air Force Spectrum Management Office (AFSMO).
Manage spectrum supportability strategy submissions, ensuring accuracy by developing radio network engineering designs, maps and block diagrams for customers while using the latest frequency management automation systems for timely submission to AFSMO for processing and forwarding to National Telecommunications Information Administration (NTIA).
Manage and coordinate the National Spectrum Strategy Spectrum Relocation Fund initiatives for allocating available federal frequency spectrum for commercial industry.
Participate in the mission impact and resolution studies to established spectrum supportability strategies for SSC programs.