Senior Electrical Engineer - Electronic Warfare (EW)

CACI International Inc; Aberdeen Proving Ground (MD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

CACl International Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for the Army Reprogramming Analysis Team (ARAT) at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

You will lead EW design, integration, and testing, translating warfighter requirements into high-performance specifications while coordinating with Branch leadership and stakeholders. You will guide technical strategy, perform rigorous analysis, and present recommendations at the program officer level, supporting modernization and mission assurance in

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance with eligibility to upgrade to TS/SCI.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or ABET-accredited discipline.
• 5+ years in RF engineering, hardware or EW within DoD/military/defense programs.
• Hands-on DSP, SDR architectures or related RF engineering.
• Proficient with RF lab equipment and schematics interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Support TEW Branch in testing and integrating advanced EW tools and SDR systems.
• Define and execute system requirements to strict military specs.
• Research, design, test RF/electronic components using EM theory.
• Analyze Army EW and RF systems to identify deficiencies and fix issues.
• Conduct unit, subsystem, and end-to-end testing in lab, simulated, and field environments.
• Read and troubleshoot complex electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Provide lifecycle maintenance and hardware/software resiliency recommendations.
• Manage configuration for hardware, databases, and technical docs.
• Prepare engineering reports, design packages, and test plans.
• Present engineering recommendations to ARAT leadership.

Skills

RF Engineering

DSP

SDR Architectures

Test Equipment

System Integration

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Power Meters

Network Analyzers

Signal Generators

Job description

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer - Electronic Warfare (EW)Job Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking an experienced, mission-driven Electrical Engineer (Senior) to support the Army Reprogramming Analysis Team (ARAT) program at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. In support of the Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM), you will join an integrated, high-performing engineering team dedicated to maintaining absolute spectrum superiority and defeating worldwide electronic warfare (EW) and signals threats.

Operating within ARAT’s Terrestrial Electromagnetic Warfare (TEW) Branch, you will serve as a senior technical lead responsible for planning, designing, evaluating, and integrating advanced EW capabilities. You will collaborate directly with the Branch Chief, Team lead and external stakeholders to translate warfighter requirements into high-performance technical specifications, ensuring our forces remain dominant in increasingly contested electromagnetic operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Support ARAT’s Terrestrial Electromagnetic Warfare (TEW) Branch in testing and integrating advanced ARAT software tools, algorithms, specialized techniques and processes with emerging EW platforms and tactical capabilities (e.g., TLS-BCT Manpack, EWTA, and related SDR systems).
• Partner with the Branch Chief, Team lead and multidisciplinary engineering teams to identify, define, and execute system requirements to strict military and technical specifications.
• Research, design, develop, and test RF/electronic components and systems utilizing deep knowledge of electromagnetic theory, signal propagation, and material properties.
• Perform complex technical and diagnostic analysis on Army EW and RF systems to identify deficiencies, isolate hardware/software anomalies, and recommend rapid corrective actions.
• Conduct robust unit, subsystem, and end-to-end system testing in lab, simulated, and field environments.
• Read, interpret, and troubleshoot complex electrical and data schematic diagrams to maintain or repair test setups, hardware racks, and specialized tactical equipment.
• Provide technical recommendations regarding lifecycle maintenance, system modernization, and hardware/software resiliency in support of ongoing projects and field innovations.
• Perform rigorous configuration management for system hardware, databases, and technical documentation updates to ensure full traceability and operational compliance.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering reports, design packages, test plans, and technical recommendations supporting next-generation EW initiatives.
• Demonstrate technical leadership by presenting complex engineering recommendations and executive-level briefings to ARAT Program Officers, Government leaders, and civilian military leadership.

Qualifications

Required:

• Security Clearance: Must hold an active Secret security clearance with verified eligibility to upgrade to TS/SCI.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or an ABET-accredited engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive engineering experience in RF engineering, hardware design, or electronic warfare systems within Department of Defense (DoD), military, or commercial aerospace/defense programs.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience in Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Software Defined Radio (SDR) architectures, or closely related RF engineering disciplines.
• Strong "hands-on" proficiency with specialized RF and general laboratory test equipment, including but not limited to: Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Power Meters, Digital Multimeters, Network Analyzers, and Signal Generators.
• Professional ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot using complex electronic schematics and engineering diagrams.
• Proven ability to coordinate engineering & test activities while supporting project schedules and operational requirements with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts and brief up to the ARAT Program Officer leadership level.

Desired:

• Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance.
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or RF Engineering with 6+ years of specialized military or industrial experience.
• Hands‑on maintenance and operational experience with Radar Threat Simulator systems (specifically Keysight UXG products).
• Foundational knowledge of basic RADAR operating theories and electronic warfare concepts (ES/EA/EP).
• Direct experience designing and analyzing RF transmit and receive hardware.
• Direct exposure to, or experience with, antenna propagation modeling software and electromagnetic simulation.
• Practical networking knowledge (TCP/IP, routing, network configuration) as applied to distributed tactical systems.
• Familiarity with engineering design and diagramming tools, specifically Microsoft Visio, AutoCAD, or AutoCAD Electrical.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,700 - 173,900 USD

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.