RF Communications Systems Engineer

WGS SYSTEMS LLC; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 108,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

WGS SYSTEMS LLC is seeking an RF Communications Systems Engineer in Frederick, Maryland. The role involves system-level design and analysis of military and commercial communication systems. The ideal candidate must be a U.S. citizen with a SECRET security clearance and hold a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. Applicants should possess at least 10 years of relevant experience in radio communication systems. Competitive salary range is $108,000 to $147,000, with opportunities for both domestic and international travel.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen required to maintain a government SECRET security clearance.
• 10+ years’ experience with radio communication systems and networks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Occasional domestic and international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• System level design and analysis of military and/or commercial voice and data radio systems.
• Conduct laboratory and field testing of communications components and systems.
• Provide communications integration support to prime and sub-contractors.

Skills

RF communication system engineering

Signal modulation

Network planning

Technical report writing

Data networking protocols

Antenna performance modeling

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Master's degree in electrical engineering (desired)

Tools

Matlab

Job description

Company Overview

WGS Systems, a leading innovator in communications and defense industries, is looking to expand leveraging advanced data solutions for mission‑critical applications.

Job Summary

RF Communications Systems Engineer – military and commercial radio communications system engineering. Primary work activities will take place in Frederick, Maryland with occasional travel to support various events.

Key Responsibilities

• System level design and analysis of military and/or commercial voice and data radio systems.
• Experience with network and radio encryption standards and operations for both commercial and/or military systems.
• Radio and network system planning, modeling, and performance analysis.
• Design of radio network systems for terrestrial and airborne applications, including mesh/MANET networks.
• Design of radio networks for wideband and narrowband voice and data using satellite communications, with demonstrated experience with Iridium, Inmarsat, or others highly desired.
• Detailed planning and conducting of communications systems testing.
• Close interaction with customer personnel during test and deployment events.
• Provide communications integration support to prime and sub‑contractors.
• Conduct laboratory and field testing of communications components and systems.
• Unit‑level troubleshooting and debugging.
• Test results data collection and support of analysis.
• Provide weekly status updates to Leadership.

Qualifications

• United States citizen, required to maintain a government SECRET security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent (master’s degree desired).
• 10+ years’ experience with commercial and/or government radio communication systems and networks.
• Expert understanding of radio network design, signal modulation, RF propagation and cascade analysis, and antenna performance modeling.
• Demonstrated understanding of data networking protocols and routing schema.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to develop system schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to independently develop detailed technical reports.
• Perform engineering and scientific analysis of collected test data.
• Develop system simulations and perform modeling of communications networks.
• Proficient in MS Office, Windows‑based applications, Matlab and/or other technical analysis, modeling and design toolsets.
• Occasional domestic and international travel will be required.

Compensation

Minimum $108,000 Maximum $147,000

EEO Statement

WGS Systems is proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V.