Sr. RF Engineer - Space RCO

The Aerospace Corporation•Albuquerque, NM

5d•$166,400 - $249,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation, operating a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), is seeking a Sr. Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer for the Responsive Space Branch within the Agile Acquisition Directorate (AAD). This role will support the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO) in acquiring a critical, highly classified space system. The engineer will participate in all phases of the system lifecycle to ensure rapid delivery of operationally dominant space capabilities and will be responsible for Aerospace reach-back and backplane activities. The position requires full-time, on-site work at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, NM.

Requirements

BS degree in engineering, mathematics, or physical sciences or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
12 or more years of progressively responsible experience in systems engineering, program management, or other technical fields.
Proven work experience as a RF Engineer or similar role.
Strong knowledge of RF systems, RF test equipment, RF test procedures, and RF principles.
Demonstrated ability to form and lead teams.
Demonstrated ability to work in a highly dynamic Program Office environment with a mix of government, FFRDC, and SETA personnel.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; experience presenting and writing technical information.
Travel is required (10-25%).
This position requires a current TS/SCI security clearance with SAP eligibility.
U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Past demonstration of Aerospace’s Leadership Competency Model elements: leading change, operating strategically, fostering innovation, delivering results, and engaging with impact.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in technical subject area (engineering, science or math).
Systems Engineering experience with rapid operational systems.
An excellent personal technical reputation and a record of personal technical achievement.
Program office experience.
Experience preparing data packages for and working through spectrum management/frequency approval processes.

Responsibilities

Support program reviews, design, development, test, and transition to operations efforts.
Act as principal technical representative directly supporting the Program Manager.
Understand and ensure implementation of requirements for system design, mission concept of operations, prototype and test, initial checkout, operations, and operational transition support.
Analyze and implement radio frequency (RF) designs.
Work with a team to oversee development, test, and manufacture of RF equipment.
Provide mission assurance and assist with integration efforts.
Witness critical test efforts, verifying procedures and plans are followed appropriately.
Support integration and test anomaly investigations, providing key expertise in protecting schedule, cost, and hardware.
Identify risk areas and mitigation efforts to meet mission objectives.
Represent SpRCO’s interest in Aerospace backplane communications.
Solicit and oversee subject matter experts from the Aerospace Engineering Technical Group (ETG) to employ their expertise on critical problems.
Work closely with members of a diverse team of military, government civilians, prime contractors, SE&I contractors, FFRDCs and National Laboratories.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect