Senior RF Engineer for Mission-Critical SOF Networks

Peraton; Smith (PA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Peraton seeks a Radio Frequency Engineer to support USSOCOM SITEC 3 EOM efforts at Camp H.M. Smith, HI.

You will lead RF network design, testing, and site surveys, collaborating with vendors, government staff, and SOF users to ensure reliable NetOps across multiple bands. You must have a DoD TS/SCI clearance and at least 3 years of RF engineering experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills, plus hands-on spectrum analyzer knowledge.

Qualifications

• Combination of degree and experience is required (BS+8 yrs, MS+6 yrs, PhD+3 yrs, HS+12 yrs, AA+10 yrs).
• DoD TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Radio Frequency Engineering.
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of using spectrum analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Engineers enterprise RF networks operating in UHF, L and C, and Ku frequency bands.
• Establishes and operates RF network test facilities.
• Works with vendors, the Government, carriers, and technical staff on RF network implementation, optimization and ongoing management.
• Conducts and documents RF coverage and site surveys.
• Documents RF infrastructure and design.
• Plans, leads, and executes requirements analysis, design, development, and documentation of complex information systems in support of USSOCOM and SOF missions.
• Provides high-level support and technical expertise in RF technology.
• Analyzes systems hardware and software problems and develops technical solutions.
• Performs maintenance of software, hardware, and networks.
• Designs and tests RF circuits and performs analysis.
• Writes and maintains detailed systems documentation, including user manuals and technical manuals.

Skills

Radio Frequency Engineering

Communications skills

Problem solving

Spectrum analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

High School diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Peraton seeks a Radio Frequency Engineer to support USSOCOM SITEC 3 EOM efforts at Camp H.M. Smith, HI.

You will lead RF network design, testing, and site surveys, collaborating with vendors, government staff, and SOF users to ensure reliable NetOps across multiple bands. You must have a DoD TS/SCI clearance and at least 3 years of RF engineering experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills, plus hands-on spectrum analyzer knowledge.