RF Systems Engineer, Senior

Phase2 Technology; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 86,800 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Phase2 Technology is seeking a Systems Engineer to lead RF design efforts for a critical Air Force program. You will work with a team to deliver engineering solutions that satisfy mission requirements. Candidates should have 5+ years of relevant experience, Top Secret clearance, and a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.

The role offers the chance to broaden expertise in digital signal processing and communications, impacting national security through advanced technology solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in RF, communications, systems engineering efforts.
• Experience integrating hardware and software systems.
• Ability to document engineering designs and test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead RF design and engineering efforts for Air Force program.
• Support development and evolution of advanced technology solutions.
• Translate real-world needs into technical specifications.

Skills

RF communications

systems engineering

troubleshooting complex systems

hardware and software integration

knowledge of RF fundamentals

Top Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, or STEM field

Job description

Job Number: R0243334

The Opportunity

Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in national security? You understand your customer's environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. You will work with a varied group of professionals to satisfy mission partner requirements. Your ability to translate real‑world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer focused engineering solution.

As a Systems Engineer on our team, you have the chance to shape a critical Air Force program by leading RF design and engineering efforts. Your customer will trust you to not only design and develop these systems, but also evolve them with advanced technology solutions. On our team, you'll be able to broaden your skillset into areas like digital signal processing, radio frequencies, satellite communications, space systems, and spectrum management. Grow your skills by merging your expertise and qualifications to deliver cutting‑edge solutions and range environments for defensive and offensive cyberspace operators. Join our team and create the future of systems for the Air Force and Space Force.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have

• 5+ years of experience supporting RF, communications, cyber, networking, test, or systems engineering efforts

• Experience integrating hardware, software, and networked systems into operational or test environments

• Experience troubleshooting complex technical systems involving RF, networking, computing, or communications components

• Experience operating or supporting RF test equipment, communications systems, or spectrum‑dependent systems

• Experience documenting engineering designs, test procedures, and technical findings

• Knowledge of RF fundamentals including modulation techniques, frequency planning, bandwidth management, link analysis, and signal propagation

• Top Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, or STEM field

Nice If You Have

• Experience supporting Department of War, Intelligence Community, or developmental test organizations

• Experience supporting SATCOM, tactical communications, wireless communications, or spectrum operations

• Experience with Software Defined Radios (SDRs)

• Experience conducting RF testing, analysis, or troubleshooting activities

• Experience integrating RF capabilities into cyber, modeling and simulation, or training environments

• Experience supporting DT&E, OT&E, experimentation, or mission rehearsal activities

• Experience with signal processing tools, waveform analysis, or RF modeling and simulation

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Benefits

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.