RF System Engineer 1

Columbia Technology Partners, Inc; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision & Dental

401(k)

PTO & Leave

Career growth & learning

Life & AD&D Insurance

Profit sharing bonus

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Columbia Technology Partners, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer to support design, integration, testing, and deployment of data center solutions for satellite collection-based systems. This role engages across hardware, software, network, and RF components to ensure system performance and interoperability.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in systems engineering and a degree in a related technical discipline. U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of Systems Engineering experience on programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• U.S. Citizenship is required. DOD 8570 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, integration, testing, and deployment of data center solutions for satellite collection‑based systems.
• Contribute to systems engineering activities across hardware, software, networking, and RF components to ensure system performance and interoperability.
• Assist with the development and integration of RF and signal processing systems supporting communication system applications.
• Support system requirements analysis, architecture development, verification, and validation activities.
• Participate in system integration testing, troubleshooting, and performance evaluation to ensure compliance with technical and mission requirements.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including systems engineering artifacts, test plans, interface control documents, and configuration management records.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams, vendors, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues and support system lifecycle sustainment.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related technical discipline

Job description

Description

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, testing, and deployment of data center solutions for satellite collection-based systems. This role supports mission‑critical communication and signal processing environments by contributing to systems engineering efforts across hardware, software, network, and Radio Frequency (RF) components. The ideal candidate has foundational experience with RF and signal processing systems and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, integration, testing, and deployment of data center solutions for satellite collection‑based systems.
• Contribute to systems engineering activities across hardware, software, networking, and RF components to ensure system performance and interoperability.
• Assist with the development and integration of RF and signal processing systems supporting communication system applications.
• Support system requirements analysis, architecture development, verification, and validation activities.
• Participate in system integration testing, troubleshooting, and performance evaluation to ensure compliance with technical and mission requirements.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including systems engineering artifacts, test plans, interface control documents, and configuration management records.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams, vendors, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues and support system lifecycle sustainment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of Systems Engineering experience on programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline. Five (5) additional years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted for a degree.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
• Certification Requirements:
  • DOD 8570 Certification

Security Clearance

The position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Benefits

• Medical: 3 superior plans, bringing employees both in‑network and out‑of‑network options.
• Vision + Dental: Both free to employees and paid in full by CTP.
• Retirement: 401(k) – 6% company contribution.
• PTO + Leave: Customizable leave plans; includes Jury Duty, Bereavement, and Military Leave.
• Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D Insurance / Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability: Zero cost to employees.
• Profit Sharing Bonus: End‑of‑year cash added to the bottom line.
• Referral Bonus Program: Incentives ranging from $7,000 to $20,000 for successful referrals.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees, job candidates, contractors, stakeholders, partners, and visitors.