Senior Spectrum Management Analyst

Banner Defense, Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EEO employer

Reasonable accommodation

Job summary

Banner Defense, Inc. is seeking an Electromagnetic Spectrum Manager to support the Missile Defense Agency’s Spectrum Management Office. You will lead spectrum lifecycle management, including system certification, frequency authorization, interference resolution, and global deployment coordination.

The role requires an active Secret clearance, a bachelor’s degree, and 7+ years of relevant experience. You will work closely with the Chief Engineer’s office to ensure mission-critical operations

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of experience.
• Understanding of RF theory and electromagnetic principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strict attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct operational and administrative support to the MDA SMO (CED) under the Specialty Engineering Director.
• Manage and maintain the Frequency Authorization tracker for all MDA missions, ensuring absolute data accuracy and consistency.
• Develop, author, and submit System Certifications (DD1494) utilizing STEPSTONE and EL-CID programs.
• Develop, coordinate, and submit frequency authorization requests utilizing Spectrum XXI (SXXI) for developmental, fielded, and new systems.
• Develop, update, and maintain critical reports and databases to support operational and engineering activities.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve electromagnetic interference (EMI) issues between developmental and deployed systems.
• Document standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and technical solutions to support knowledge sharing and team efficiency.
• Develop, update, compile, and submit Host Nation Coordination (HNC) packets and Site Surveys for globally deploying systems.
• Travel may be required

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

RF theory

EM principles

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

STEPSTONE

EL-CID

Spectrum XXI (SXXI)

GEMSIS suite

MATLAB

NTIA Manual (Redbook)

JSIR-O portal

Job description

Join our Team!

Be a part of our passionate and determined team that is on a mission to use our skills and experiences to make a difference in the defense and aerospace industry.

Position Description

Banner Defense is looking for a skilled and motivated Electromagnetic Spectrum Manager to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Spectrum Management Office (SMO) within the Office of the Chief Engineer. This role focuses on advancing mission-critical initiatives through comprehensive spectrum lifecycle management-including system certification, frequency authorization, interference resolution, and global deployment coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct operational and administrative support to the MDA SMO (CED) under the Specialty Engineering Director.
• Manage and maintain the Frequency Authorization tracker for all MDA missions, ensuring absolute data accuracy and consistency.
• Develop, author, and submit System Certifications (DD1494) utilizing STEPSTONE and EL-CID programs.
• Develop, coordinate, and submit frequency authorization requests utilizing Spectrum XXI (SXXI) for developmental, fielded, and new systems.
• Develop, update, and maintain critical reports and databases to support operational and engineering activities.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve electromagnetic interference (EMI) issues between developmental and deployed systems.
• Document standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and technical solutions to support knowledge sharing and team efficiency.
• Develop, update, compile, and submit Host Nation Coordination (HNC) packets and Site Surveys for globally deploying systems.
• Travel may be required

Required Skills/Experience

• Active Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of experience
• Understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) theory and electromagnetic principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strict attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and Teams

Desired Skills/Experience

• Graduate of a military spectrum management school
• 4+ years of experience within federal/DoW spectrum management
• Ability to obtain / Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance
• Experience with Spectrum XXI (SXXI)
• Knowledge of the NTIA Manual (Redbook)
• Experience with the GEMSIS suite (Stepstone, Host Nation Spectrum Worldwide Database Online [HNSWD-O], Joint Spectrum Data Repository [JSDR], Integrated Spectrum Desktop)
• Knowledge of electromagnetic propagation modeling, wave behavior, and signal attenuation
• Experience with Mat-lab or other programming languages
• Knowledge of the Joint Spectrum Interference Resolution Online (JSIR-O) portal
• Experience with NTIA EL-CID
• Knowledge of standard engineering practices
• Experience with automation tools or programming/scripting languages to aid in data analysis

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Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.