Senior RF Engineering Lead — Policy & Spectrum

US Federal Communications Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Federal Communications Commission, located in Washington, DC, seeks a seasoned engineering leader (GS-15) to oversee complex policy and technical initiatives within the Office of Engineering and Technology. The role emphasizes managing staff, guiding policy decisions, and addressing interference issues through advanced spectrum analysis.

Candidates should meet OPM standards, demonstrate experience supervising teams, and apply cutting-edge RF models to improve spectrum efficiency, with

Qualifications

• Must meet OPM professional engineering education standards and provide transcripts.
• Specialized experience includes supervising staff and managing complex projects.
• Ability to give management guidance on engineering and policy issues.
• Experience providing technical expertise on potential interference issues.
• Knowledge of RF propagation models and spectrum engineering techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct subordinate staff in engineering/policy tasks.
• Plan and administer highly complex projects and proceedings of major significance.
• Provide guidance and policy advice to management on engineering issues.
• Assess interference potential and apply RF propagation models to spectrum use.
• Develop analytic methods and procedures for engineering and policy applications.

Skills

Interference knowledge

RF equipment knowledge

Communication skills

Cross-border negotiations

Coordination with government/industry

Education

OPM education standards 0800

Job description

The US Federal Communications Commission, located in Washington, DC, seeks a seasoned engineering leader (GS-15) to oversee complex policy and technical initiatives within the Office of Engineering and Technology. The role emphasizes managing staff, guiding policy decisions, and addressing interference issues through advanced spectrum analysis.

Candidates should meet OPM standards, demonstrate experience supervising teams, and apply cutting-edge RF models to improve spectrum efficiency, with