ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRUM MANAGER I

IGNITE; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ignite is seeking a driven, detail‑oriented Spectrum Manager to support the Missile Defense Agency's Spectrum Management Office. The role encompasses system certification, frequency authorization, EMI resolution, and coordination for global deployments.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in STEM, 7+ years of experience, and an active Secret clearance, with proficiency in RF theory and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in STEM is required.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Active Secret Clearance required.
• Understanding of RF theory and electromagnetic principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and administrative support to the MDA SMO under the Specialty Engineering Director.
• Manage and maintain the Frequency Authorization tracker for all MDA missions.
• Develop, author, and submit System Certifications (DD1494) using STEPSTONE and EL-CID.
• Develop, coordinate, and submit frequency authorization requests using Spectrum XXI for various systems.
• Develop, update, and maintain reports and databases to support activities.
• Troubleshoot EMI issues between developmental and deployed systems.
• Document SOPs, workflows, and technical solutions for knowledge sharing.
• Prepare Host Nation Coordination packets and Site Surveys for global deployments.

Skills

RF theory understanding

Analytical problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Active Secret Clearance

Tools

STEPSTONE

EL-CID

Spectrum XXI (SXXI)

GEMSIS suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Igniters operate in the world’s most demanding environment. Igniters are self‑motivated, mission‑driven, and relentless in solving the warfighters’ hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high‑stakes challenges across AI/ML, space and missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains. As an employee‑owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission‑critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI.

Ignite exists to outpace the threat and deliver results that matter in the moments that count.

Ignite is currently seeking a driven, detail‑EM Spectrum Manager to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Spectrum Management Office (SMO) within the Office of the Chief Engineer. This role focuses on advancing mission‑critical initiatives through comprehensive spectrum lifecycle management—including system certification, frequency authorization, interference resolution, and global deployment coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct operational and administrative support to the MDA SMO (CED) under the Specialty Engineering Director.
• Manage and maintain the Frequency Authorization tracker for all MDA missions, ensuring absolute data accuracy and consistency.
• Develop, author, and submit System Certifications (DD1494) utilizing STEPSTONE and EL-CID programs.
• Develop, coordinate, and submit frequency authorization requests utilizing Spectrum XXI (SXXI) for developmental, fielded, and new systems.
• Develop, update, and maintain critical reports and databases to support operational and engineering activities.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve electromagnetic interference (EMI) issues between developmental and deployed systems.
• Document standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and technical solutions to support knowledge sharing and team efficiency.
• Develop, update, compile, and submit Host Nation Coordination (HNC) packets and Site Surveys for globally deploying systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 7+ years of relevant experience
• Active Secret Clearance
• Understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) theory and electromagnetic principles.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and strict attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and Teams.

Desired Qualifications

• Graduate of a military spectrum management school
• 4+ years of experience within federal/DoW spectrum management
• Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance
• Experience with Spectrum XXI (SXXI)
• Knowledge of the NTIA Manual (Redbook)
• Experience with the GEMSIS suite (Stepstone, Host Nation Spectrum Worldwide Database Online [HNSWD‑O], Joint Spectrum Data Repository [JSDR], Integrated Spectrum Desktop)
• Knowledge of electromagnetic propagation modeling, wave behavior, and signal attenuation
• Experience with Mat‑lab or other programming languages
• Knowledge of the Joint Spectrum Interference Resolution Online (JSIR‑O) portal
• Experience with NTIA EL‑CID
• Knowledge of standard engineering practices
• Experience with automation tools or programming/scripting languages to aid in data analysis

Security Clearance Requirements

Must have an active Secret Security Clearance.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Discipline.