RF Spectrum Engineer III

OBSIDIAN SOLUTIONS GROUP LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is seeking an RF Spectrum Engineer III to lead RF system installation and lifecycle maintenance at Department of State facilities. The role covers pre-installation through post installation with reporting responsibilities including ESSRs and travel coordination.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years RF experience, a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and project management experience, with strong leadership and budgeting skills for multiple concurrent projects.

Qualifications

• Current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Able to obtain and maintain required security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or IT field highly desired.
• 7+ years RF research, development, or testing experience.
• Experience as electrician or installer of technical security equipment.
• Knowledge of State Department Managing Projects methodology.
• Experience as a project manager with supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience with budgetary operations preferred.
• MS Project, Visio, and AutoCAD highly desired.
• Intermediate MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) skills.
• Experience with data lifecycle from collection to secure disposition.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and lifecycle maintenance of RF systems.
• Coordinate travel and travel documents (ECC and other forms).
• Prepare ESSRs and reporting for program management.
• Perform surveys for new installations at existing facilities.
• Develop and deliver user training for multiple systems.
• Configure laptops and assist deployment plans and schedules.
• Manage data throughout its lifecycle to support requirements.

Skills

RF spectrum engineering

Security clearance (SCI)

Project management

Leadership

Budget management

Data lifecycle

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or IT

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The RF Spectrum Engineer is responsible for the installation and lifecycle maintenance of RF systems at Department of State facilities for the Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Offices of Security Technology (ST) and Technology Innovation and Engineering (TIE). The engineer builds and configures RF systems, tests equipment to ensure functionality, and manages hardware and software configuration changes to ensure interoperability of highly technical equipment. The role provides technical support for all phases of RF systems—including pre-installation, installation, and post installation—and coordinates all reporting, including pre- and post-trip reports and Engineering Security Services Reports (ESSRs).

The RF Spectrum Engineer III serves as the team lead, coordinating travel, ECC, and other travel documents, and assists in identifying and developing equipment upgrades and platform replacements. Additional responsibilities include performing surveys for new installations at existing facilities, developing and administering user training for multiple existing and new systems, configuring laptops, and assisting with the development and maintenance of deployment plans and schedules. The engineer is responsible for working with data throughout its lifecycle, including collection, management, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition, to support technical and operational requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Current U.S. Government final Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Eligible for and able to obtain and maintain required security clearance/access approvals.
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or IT related field highly desired.
• Minimum of seven years of experience in RF research, development, or testing.
• Prior experience as an electrician or installer of technical security equipment.
• Knowledge of State Department Managing Projects methodology.
• Prior experience as a project manager with supervisory responsibilities.
• Prior experience working with budgetary operations is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project, Visio, and AutoCAD highly desired.
• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated experience working with data throughout its lifecycle, including collection, management, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition.
• Demonstrated good attitude and ability to work as a leader and as a member of a team.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently, work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects and maintain strong attention to detail.

Travel

• 25-50% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required for program coordination.
• Required to travel OCONUS to conduct installation, training, or maintenance at diplomatic facilities.
• OCONUS travel may include critical threat locations around the world with austere living conditions.
• Domestic travel may be required for training and program coordination

Company Description

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC (OSG) is a fast-growing professional services firm based in Fredericksburg, VA. We create value for our customers by delivering technology-enabled & mission-oriented technical solutions that solve complex problems, protecting people, information, and assets. Our core capabilities are in providing Enterprise IT, Intelligence Analysis, Production & Development and Knowledge-Based Professional Services Solutions that enable the customer’s mission. Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business.

A career at Obsidian Solutions Group means you are able to put your expertise, credentials, and talents to great use working with customers in the DOD and Intelligence Community, while enjoying the excitement of working in a fast-growing organization committed to making a difference for our customers and in our community. Contribute independently and collaboratively alongside our amazing team of doers and thinkers. Obsidian Solutions Group is small enough to offer a family atmosphere yet large enough to deliver a highly competitive compensation package. We hire and retain the best in the industry, offering exceptional benefits that protect the well-being of our employees, their spouses and domestic partners, and their families.

Our corporate philosophy is centered on hiring and retaining employees with the requisite skills, professional experience, personal commitment, and ethical standards necessary to foster a culture of operational excellence necessary to surpass our customer’s expectations.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, protected veteran status, and any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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