Senior RF Engineer — Spectrum Policy & Coordination

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Maryland; On-site; USD 87,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies seeks a senior RF Engineer to support Federal spectrum-dependent systems, including involvement in NTIA and ITU processes. The role emphasizes RF propagation, EMC, and spectrum management to help protect DoD missions.

The position requires deep regulatory knowledge and experience developing technical positions for senior leadership, with opportunities to influence national security communications programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include federal spectrum regulation knowledge.
• Familiarity with NTIA Redbook requirements and federal spectrum regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in developing technical and regulatory recommendations for senior leadership.
• Proven ability to assess electromagnetic compatibility issues and spectrum sharing impacts.
• Active SECRET security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert RF engineering support for federal communications, navigation, and spectrum-dependent systems.
• Apply deep knowledge of RF propagation models, spectrum engineering, frequency management, and electromagnetic compatibility.
• Lead large-scale electromagnetic compatibility studies using modeling and simulation to evaluate RF coexistence.
• Support engagement in NTIA IRAC activities and subcommittees.
• Contribute to U.S. preparation for World Radiocommunication Conferences and ITU activities.
• Develop recommended positions for NTIA spectrum management and related proceedings.
• Review and interpret technical studies on spectrum sharing, interference protection, and regulatory limits.
• Translate technical proposals into actionable implications for senior DoD leaders.
• Coordinate with NTIA, FCC, DoD, and international delegations.
• Evaluate regulatory proposals' impact on DoD missions.
• Apply knowledge of frequency allocations and spectrum sharing concepts.
• Prepare senior leader briefings and regulatory recommendations.

Skills

RF Engineering

Spectrum Management

Electromagnetic Compatibility

NTIA IRAC

Regulatory Guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

PhD or JD in related field

High school diploma with 9 years relevant experience

Job description

HII Mission Technologies seeks a senior RF Engineer to support Federal spectrum-dependent systems, including involvement in NTIA and ITU processes. The role emphasizes RF propagation, EMC, and spectrum management to help protect DoD missions.

The position requires deep regulatory knowledge and experience developing technical positions for senior leadership, with opportunities to influence national security communications programs.