RF Test Engineer, RF Systems (Travel required) *

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Mission Technologies Division seeks an RF Test Engineer to design, develop and test RF/microwave systems, including antenna and radar components, in a dynamic lab and field environment.

The role requires 2 years with a related degree (or 6 years with a HS diploma), experience with RF test equipment and MATLAB, and the ability to travel up to CONUS for deployments of 1–4 weeks; security clearance (Secret/TS) is required to start.

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in related field, or 6 years with a HS diploma.
• Interest in Electronic Warfare Systems or Radar design and testing.
• Interest in Radar signal processing techniques.
• Experience with RF test equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and vector network analyzers.
• Experience with MATLAB.
• Hands-on testing, integration, and verification across labs involving algorithms, software, hardware, and IT networking.
• Basic understanding of RF Hazards (HERP/F/O).
• Ability to generate technical documentation, test procedures, and reports; understands customer requirements.
• Willing to travel for extended periods; deployment 1–4 weeks.
• Willing to work outdoors and tolerate heat/cold, etc.
• Average travel 25%, mostly CONUS.
• Must obtain TS/SCI clearance; secret to start.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, tests RF and microwave systems architecture, components, circuits, or products.
• Includes antenna design for reflector and array systems, frequency synthesizers, transmitters, and receivers.
• Provide test support in a dynamic environment and perform RF link budget and radar performance analyses.
• Prepare test documentation and test reports; support agile testing environments.
• Travel and deployment as required.

Skills

RF test experience

Radar systems

MATLAB

Documentation

Travel readiness

Outdoor work

RF hazards knowledge

Test planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

High school diploma with 6 years relevant experience

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Oscilloscopes

Vector network analyzers

Job description

Requisition Number: 30105

Required Travel: 26 - 50%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $79,315.00 - $113,308.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.

• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.

• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.

• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.

• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.

• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Mission Technologies Division (HII-MT) is seeking a qualified candidate for RF Test Engineer, Radar Systems. The RF Test Engineer performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, and risk analysis. Analyses are performed at all levels to include test, installation, and operations. The engineer must be able to properly employ test assets and provide test support in a highly dynamic environment. The engineer will perform RF link budget analysis and radar system performance analysis. The engineer shall present a deep understanding of testing philosophies and methodologies within an agile test environment. The engineer shall demonstrate proficiency in test documentation and etiquette.

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Essential Job Responsibilities

Designs, develops, tests radio frequency (RF) and/or microwave systems architecture, components, circuits, or products. Includes antenna design, both reflector and array systems, frequency synthesizers, transmitters and receivers.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors degree in related field, or a high school diploma or equivalent and 6 years of relevant experience.

• Interest in Electronic Warfare Systems or Radar design and testing

• Interest in Radar signal processing techniques

• Experience with RF test equipment to include but not limited to spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and vector network analyzers

• Experience with MATLAB

• Hands-on testing, integration, and verification support across lab facilities requiring skills with algorithm development, software integration, hardware testing, and IT networking

• Basic understanding of RF Hazards to include Hazardous Emission Radiation to Personnel, Fuel, and Ordnance (HERP/F/O)

• Demonstrate the ability to clearly generate technical documentation, test procedures, and test reports. Understand customer requirements and objectives

• Support technical and functional leadership through the identification of risk

• Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time. Deployment times will vary and typically last between one to two weeks with potential of three to four weeks.

• Must be willing and able to work outdoors and handle exposure to heat, cold, sun, and other biological hazards (insects, wildlife, hazardous plants)

• Average of 25% travel required, mostly CONUS

  Clearance

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with enhanced security checks

• Minimum secret clearance required to start

Physical Requirements

• May require working in an office, industrial, or laboratory environment

• Capable of climbing ladders, tolerating confined spaces, and extreme temperature variances

• Must be able to bend, reach, stoop, and lift 50 lbs

• Walking, climbing, lifting, and working both in and outdoor conditions

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.