Systems Engineer - RF / Telemetry

DESE Research•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

DESE Research, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and skilled RF / Telemetry Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, testing, and fielding of telemetry and radio frequency (RF) systems supporting Department of Defense platforms. This position will play a key role in the development of a technology-refreshed mobile system used to perform pre-flight checks and verify telemetry data for military aircraft and weapon system platforms. The successful candidate will lead RF architecture development, telemetry receiver integration, waveform and antenna optimization, and system-level testing activities. This role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams, customers, and program stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of mission-critical capabilities. A successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise in RF and telemetry systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited university
Five (5) or more years of relevant professional experience
Experience with RF signal processing, military communications systems, telemetry systems, or related RF technologies
Hands-on experience with telemetry systems and telemetry data standards, including RCC IRIG-106
Proficiency using RF test equipment including Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, and Network Analyzers
Experience integrating hardware systems in mobile or SWaP-constrained environments
Ability to generate, interpret, and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and interconnect drawings
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication, organizational, and technical writing skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, program managers, customers, and other stakeholders
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic development environment
U.S. Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting military aircraft, weapon system telemetry, or test and evaluation environments
Familiarity with secure communications equipment and secure data storage solutions
Experience supporting rapid prototyping, system integration, and fielding efforts within Department of Defense programs
Experience integrating telemetry receivers, encryption devices, and associated RF subsystems
Familiarity with RF waveform implementation and antenna integration
Experience performing EMI/EMC testing, RF troubleshooting, and system certification activities

Responsibilities

Lead the design and integration of RF architectures required to capture, receive, and decode telemetry and PCM data streams
Integrate telemetry receivers, secure communications equipment, and supporting RF hardware into mobile system platforms
Select, evaluate, and integrate antenna solutions optimized for mission-specific waveform requirements
Perform RF testing, signal verification, troubleshooting, and performance analysis using industry-standard RF test equipment
Ensure telemetry subsystem compliance with RCC IRIG-106 standards and applicable government requirements
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including as-built drawings, wiring diagrams, interconnect schematics, and design packages
Analyze and manage system-level size, weight, power, and mobility constraints to ensure operational effectiveness
Support system integration, verification, validation, and acceptance testing activities
Collaborate with project managers, cybersecurity personnel, mechanical engineers, technicians, testers, and customers to develop and implement technical solutions
Communicate technical designs, status updates, risks, issues, and recommendations to program leadership and customers
Support fielding, sustainment, and modernization efforts for deployed telemetry and RF systems
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices across the organization