RF Engineer

SA Photonics, a CACI Company; Maryland; On-site; USD 82,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Photonics, a CACI Company, is seeking a Senior RF Engineer to support electronic warfare initiatives at Aberdeen Proving Ground. The role demands expertise in RF engineering, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a secure environment. With a focus on maintaining effectiveness against electronic threats, this position offers competitive compensation and a commitment to continuous employee growth and innovation.

Benefits

Flexible time off benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellness options

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of work/military experience.
• Ability to perform analysis of Army EW systems.
• Strong hands-on usage of specialized test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support ARAT’s Terrestrial Electromagnetic Warfare (TEW) Branch.
• Perform diagnostics for Army EW system issues and coordinate updates.
• Communicate effectively with leadership on project needs.

Skills

Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

Software Defined Radio (SDR)

Electronic circuit design

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Spectrum Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Power Meters

Network Analyzers

Digital Multimeters

Signal Generators

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Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity

CACI is seeking a RF Engineer (Senior) to support the Army Reprogramming Analysis Team (ARAT) program at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD. In support of the Communications Electronic Command (CECOM), you will be part of an integrated team to maintain effectiveness in defeating worldwide electronic warfare and signals threats while using problem-solving skills and ability to work with a team in support of on-going projects and innovations. This position will be on-site 5 days per week in a secure lab at APG.

Responsibilities

The RF Engineer (Senior) will support ARAT’s Terrestrial Electromagnetic Warfare (TEW) Branch to integrate ARAT software tools and processes with emerging EW capabilities such as the TLS-BCT Manpack. Working in collaboration with the Branch Chief, this individual will identify and execute requirements to specifications which will meet the needs of the warfighter. This individual will perform analysis of Army EW systems, perform diagnostics for Army EW system issues, conduct unit/system testing, coordinate system updates with OEMs, and perform configuration management for system and documentation updates.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree + 5 years of work/military experience.
• Shall be able to research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties.
• Minimum of a secret clearance with eligibility to upgrade to a TS/SCI
• Experience must include Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Software Defined Radio (SDR) architectures, or other related Radio-Frequency (RF) Engineering discipline.
• Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls.
• Strong familiarity and "hands-on" usage of specialized and general test equipment, specific to the following but not limited to; Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Power Meters, Digital Multimeters, Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, etc.
• Able to read and understand schematic diagrams.
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing up to the ARAT-Program Officer leadership level.
• Able to logically and effectively troubleshoot various systems, test racks and equipment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Desired experience with Radar Threat Simulator systems and "hands-on" maintenance experience; specifically with CEESIM & Keysight UXG products, basic RADAR and Electronic Warfare theory knowledge, Electrical and Data Cable construction and repair abilities, networking knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Visio are preferred.
  
  

Desired

• Active TS/SCI Level Security Clearance
• Master's Degree in related field
• Experience with RF transmit and receive hardware preferred
• Exposure to antenna propagation modeling preferred
  
  

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What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$82,700 - 173,900 USD

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Seniority level

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  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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