RF Analysis Engineer

Booz Allen; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen in Laurel is seeking an RF Analysis Engineer to perform RF analyses, validate data, and develop methodologies to support spectrum management for CONUS and OCONUS missions.

You will prepare technical reports, briefings, and documentation for government meetings and stakeholder engagements, mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with partners to advance spectrum modernization goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of RF engineering experience.
• 2+ years of EMC analysis.
• Knowledge of federal spectrum management.
• Knowledge of wireless systems.
• Familiarity with federal spectrum-dependent mission systems.
• Knowledge of 4G/5G RF interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform RF analyses and validate input data.
• Develop analysis methodologies and ensure quality of outputs.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Support meetings with government and industry partners.

Skills

RF engineering

EMC analyses

spectrum management

stakeholder communication

mentoring junior engineers

presentation in high-pressure settings

travel up to 25%

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Science, Technology, or Mathematics

Job description

Job Number: R0249754

RF Analysis Engineer

The Opportunity:

Do you enjoy contributing to a technical team, while closely working with stakeholders to produce technical outputs that demonstrate the optimal path forward for a customer? This is the role of our Radio Frequency (RF) Analysis Engineer working to support the customer each day, performing RF Analyses to protect their operations CONUS and OCONUS. Through this role, you will get the opportunity to help ensure spectrum access to support the client's mission at home and abroad.

The RF Analysis Engineer provides technical support to the client in the areas of spectrum management, electromagnetic spectrum operations, and spectrum policy. Support government meetings, technical working groups, and stakeholder engagements by preparing reports, presentations, and briefing materials to share technical analyses. Coordinate with client organizations, federal agencies, industry partners, and standards bodies to assess emerging technologies, spectrum-sharing initiatives, regulatory developments, and spectrum access strategies. Deliver subject matter expertise and technical recommendations to support the client's spectrum modernization and electromagnetic spectrum superiority objectives.

As an RF Analysis Engineer, you will be responsible for everything from validating input data, devising an analysis methodology, and ensuring the quality of technical outputs to convey results concisely and clearly. You will also support the Lead engineer in representing the client's interests in technical working groups with your peers.

Work with us as we ensure mission-critical spectrum access for the client and the Nation.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience with Radio Frequency (RF) engineering
• 2+ years of experience conducting Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) analyses
• Knowledge of federal spectrum management
• Knowledge of Wireless communications systems
• Knowledge of federal spectrum-dependent mission systems such as radionavigation and communications
• Knowledge of 4G and 5G RAN technologies, including the RF interfaces
• Ability to mentor the technical execution of junior engineers, including performing quality assurance
• Ability to clearly present technical topics in high-pressure situations, such as technical committees of peers and produce professional documentation
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Science, Technology, or Mathematics

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with ITU standardization (ITU-T), radiocommunication (ITU-R) sectors, and WRC processes
• Experience in MATLAB, Python, or programming languages suitable to augment or enhance COTS RF simulation capabilities
• Experience utilizing tools such as Systems Tool Kit (STK), Visualyse Professional, EDX Signal Pro, or iQLink
• Knowledge of International Telecommunications Union (ITU)
• Knowledge of RF protocols and propagation models
• Knowledge of NTIA and FCC processes as they relate to DHS JWPMO spectrum policy and strategy, including the NTIA Redbook Table of Allocations and associated regulatory framework
• Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Science, Technology, or Mathematics

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.