Spectrum and Communications Interoperability Analyst (Engineer - RF 3) - 23556

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Florida; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries is seeking a Spectrum and Communications Interoperability Analyst to work in Florida. This role involves evaluating RF and satellite communication systems to enhance interoperability across platforms. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in RF engineering, relevant technical experience, and a commitment to high-quality analysis and reporting.

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in RF engineering or SATCOM analysis.
• Requires DoD Secret Clearance.
• Ability to assess and analyze complex data.

Responsibilities

• Assess RF and SATCOM systems for technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain a database for system capabilities.
• Produce reports to mitigate risks in communications interoperability.

Skills

RF engineering

SATCOM analysis

Interoperability evaluation

Technical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in communications engineering (preferred)

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Software-defined radios

STK

MATLAB

Job description

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Spectrum and Communications Interoperability Analyst (Engineer - RF 3) - 23556

Location: Hurlburt Field, FL, Florida, United States

Requisition Number:23556

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$85,655.00-$120,000.00

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:SeniorHI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

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Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking talented and motivated Analysts to join our team!

Position Summary

The Spectrum and Communications Interoperability Analyst position will work in Mary Esther, Florida and involves providing direct support to the Technology Integration Support Cooperative (TISC) Program in the execution and delivery of contract services. The role encompasses working up and down the leadership chain, within and across teams as required to provide excellence in all we do. The position will primarily work from a traditional office environment but may travel as required to conduct surveys and inspections of communications equipment and communications devices (antenna, etc.) to review and validate technical specifications installed to ascertain the necessary information to support the establishment of the necessary data to support the task outcome. Additionally, the position may participate in working groups, technical exchange meetings, conferences, and other activities to identify and establish the baseline of current capabilities and stakeholder roadmaps on future capability integration plans.

Come support our work with Air Force Special Operations Command and join a world class team of groundbreaking scientists and engineers!

Details below!

What you will do

• In this role the Spectrum and Communications Interoperability Analyst Senior will:
• Assess RF, SATCOM, and data link systems on aircraft and ground platforms to determine their technical specifications, capabilities, and limitations.
• Evaluate the interoperability of communication systems between aircraft and ground forces.
• Identify gaps in data-sharing capabilities across systems and recommend solutions to close those gaps.
• Develop and maintain a database to catalog system capabilities and interoperability gaps.
• Analyze spectrum allocation, availability, and potential conflicts in operational environments.
• Produce actionable reports outlining requirements to mitigate risks and improve communications interoperability.
• Work with stakeholders to draft acquisition requirements for future systems and services.
• Review architectures, roadmaps and other Govt. provided standards and information sources to identify current and future communications interoperability gaps.
• Build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners, and military personnel.
• Manage projects and timelines effectively, delivering high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
• Think critically to identify innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure awareness of project milestones, capability roadmaps, fielding and release schedules, and key events.
• Coordinate amongst various teams in different engineering disciplines to present a unified, integrated product to project stakeholders.
• Preparing project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, and recommending actions.
• Monitor assigned projects to ensure work scope, schedule, and deliverables are well defined and maintained.
• Stay abreast of current Industry best practices.

What we are looking for

• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience. 8–12 years in RF engineering, SATCOM analysis, or a related field.
• DoD Secret Clearance required at hire
• Deep understanding of RF, SATCOM, and tactical data link systems (e.g., Link-16, Link-22, SINCGARS, SATCOM, etc.).
• Familiarity with DoD communication system acquisition processes and standards (e.g., MIL-STD-6016, MIL-STD-188).
• Knowledge of spectrum management, including allocation, interference analysis, and mitigation.
• Awareness of interoperability challenges in joint and coalition environments.
• Familiarity with ground-to-air communications and integrated battlespace operations.
• Working knowledge of tactical communication systems in military or DoD settings.
• Technical analysis and gap assessment for communication systems.
• Database design and data management for tracking capabilities and gaps.
• Report writing and presenting complex technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, program management, and DoD customers.
• Experience using tools for RF and SATCOM analysis, such as Spectrum analyzers, software-defined radios (SDRs), or simulation software (e.g., STK, MATLAB, or other RF modeling tools).
• Prior military service in communications, electronic warfare, or signals intelligence roles; or experience in defense contracting with a focus on C4ISR systems.
• Conducting interoperability assessments in joint, coalition, or large-scale military operations.
• Briefing senior management and/or senior leaders.
• Excellent written communication and customer interface skills.
• Manage and analyze complex datasets related to communication systems.
• Provide technical recommendations to support acquisition and system upgrades.
• Translate technical interoperability challenges into actionable acquisition requirements.
• Experience in creating reports, briefings, managing information.
• Self-motivated and driven desire to succeed with minimal direction.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deliverables.
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• TS/SCI Clearance highly desired but not required.
• Master’s degree in communications engineering, spectrum management, or systems engineering.

Physical Requirements

• May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.