RF Engineer - SME

Intelligent Waves LLC; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid PTO

Tuition bonuses

Job summary

Intelligent Waves LLC seeks an RF Engineer – SME to lead architecture and development of RF spectrum monitoring solutions. You will guide system design, analyze RF environments, and mentor military personnel to strengthen mission capability.

Hybrid role in San Antonio, TX with travel up to 20%. Active SECRET clearance required; TS/SCI achievable. You will collaborate across hardware/software teams and contribute to documentation and deployment.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT II (or equivalent) within 90 days.
• Minimum 5 years of systems engineering experience with RF systems.
• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or RF Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance in architecture and design of RF spectrum monitoring systems.
• Conduct advanced RF system analysis using simulations to optimize performance.
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Install, deploy, and document RF-based software on Windows and Android; mentor military personnel.

Skills

RF principles

Software-Defined Radios

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Transmitter geolocation (RSSI, TDOA)

Wireless standards (Wi‑Fi, LTE, 5G)

SIGINT/COMINT

Windows

Android

Technical leadership

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or RF Engineering

Tools

Windows

Android

Job description

Overview

Intelligent Waves is seeking a Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer – SME to drive innovation and mission success through the design, development, and deployment of advanced RF spectrum monitoring solutions. In this role, you will shape the architecture of cutting‑edge systems, analyze complex RF environments, and deliver integrated solutions that directly support the warfighter. As a trusted expert, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, mentor military personnel, and provide technical leadership that strengthens national defense capabilities.

Location & Work Schedule: Hybrid role based atSan Antonio, TX (4 days on‑site, 1 day remote). Travel Requirement: Up to 20% travel. Clearance Requirement: Active SECRET clearance required.

Intelligent Waves delivers mission‑focused multi‑domain operational expertise and innovation to the Government through high‑impact technology solutions in cybersecurity, data science, enterprise network & systems engineering, software development, and cognitive human performance.

ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. ANY DOMAIN.

Since 2006, we have proudly served federal agencies including the Department of Defense. Our ability to operate globally in a wide range of environments, coupled with our deep understanding of customer needs and requirements, enables us to provide cost‑effective solutions to support the most complex missions.

Adherence to all customer site protocols is mandatory for employees.

Responsibilities

System Architecture & Innovation

• Provide expert guidance in the architecture and design of RF spectrum monitoring systems, considering frequency bands, modulation schemes, power requirements, and system integration.

• Identify and develop innovative RF monitoring solutions to address evolving mission requirements and geolocation challenges of RF signals.

Analysis & Optimization

• Conduct advanced analysis of RF monitoring systems using simulation tools and models to optimize performance.

• Triangulate radio frequency interference sources, expand system capability, and enhance mission success.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with cross‑functional teams, including hardware and software engineers, to deliver integrated and optimized system solutions.

• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Training, Deployment & Documentation

• Provide training and mentorship to military personnel performing spectrum monitoring missions.

• Install, integrate, and deploy RF‑based software applications on Windows and Android operating systems.

• Write and maintain technical documentation for research, development, testing, and evaluation standards and practices.

Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.

• Certifications: DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II (or ability to obtain within 90 days), such as CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, Security+, or SSCP.

• Education: BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a related field (preferred).

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of systems engineering experience implementing and supporting RF systems.

• Technical Expertise:

  • Strong understanding of RF principles and communication systems, including Software‑Defined Radios (SDRs), spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.

  • Hands‑on experience with SIGINT/COMINT systems.

  • Proficiency in transmitter geolocation methods (RSSI, line‑of‑bearing direction finding, Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA)).

  • Knowledge of military and commercial communication systems (tactical radios, VHF, UHF, LMR, ADS‑B, voice).

  • Familiarity with wireless communication standards (Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, LTE, 5G).

• Additional Skills:

  • Proficient in Windows and Android operating systems.

  • Strong problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.

  • Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.

Benefits

Intelligent Waves offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid PTO, life and disability insurance. We invest in our employees’ futures by contributing with vesting starting from DAY 1, technical training, tuition bonuses, and much more.

Clearance Statement

Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, Intelligent Waves will consider only applicants with current security clearances or those eligible to obtain one.

Equal Opportunity

Intelligent Waves LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.

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