Spectrum RF Engineer - 28443

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision plans

401(k) savings plan

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is looking for an experienced RF Engineer in Washington, D.C. The position focuses on driving the Department of Navy's spectrum regulatory strategy. Responsibilities include drafting technical documents, participating in ITU meetings, and analyzing RF systems. The ideal candidate has significant experience in RF communication systems, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. Competitive benefits are offered including medical, dental, and 401(k) savings plans.

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant experience for RF Engineer 2 with a bachelor's degree.
• 5 years relevant experience for RF Engineer 3 with a bachelor's degree.
• 9 years relevant experience for RF Engineer 4 with a bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Participate in U.S. and international ITU activities.
• Draft and edit U.S. technical and policy contributions.
• Conduct RF analyses to support regulatory positions.
• Collaborate with program offices to align regulatory approaches.

Skills

Strong knowledge of RF communication systems

Excellent communication skills

High attention to detail

Analytical problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree (preferred for higher levels)

Tools

Visualyze

Job description

Job Description

The HII Mission Technologies division seeks an experienced RF Engineer to support the Department of Navy Chief Information Office by driving national and international spectrum regulatory strategy. The role focuses on applying deep technical knowledge of RF systems to influence emerging rules, policies, and international regulations at ITU Working Party meetings and the World Radiocommunication Conference.

Responsibilities include writing technical and politically sensitive documents, defending U.S. positions in domestic and international forums, and shaping the regulatory landscape for current and future RF systems.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Participate in U.S. and international ITU activities and preparatory meetings leading up to the next World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC).
• Develop, draft and edit U.S. technical and policy contributions to represent Government priorities and withstand scrutiny.
• Provide subject matter expertise to program offices, translating system requirements into regulatory positions that promote compliant and advantageous RF system operations.
• Produce written and oral reports articulating technical rationale, regulatory considerations, and recommended actions.
• Conduct RF analyses to support regulatory positions, including evaluation of Navy systems, interference scenarios, spectrum usage, and orbital considerations.
• Collaborate closely with program offices to understand current and future system concepts, ensuring regulatory approaches align with mission needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• RF Engineer 2 – 2 years relevant experience with a bachelor’s in a related field; 0 years with a master’s; or high school diploma with 6 years of experience.
• RF Engineer 3 – 5 years relevant experience with a bachelor’s; 3 years with a master’s; 0 years with a PhD or JD; or high school diploma with 9 years of experience.
• RF Engineer 4 – 9 years relevant experience with a bachelor’s; 7 years with a master’s; 4 years with a PhD or JD; or high school diploma with 13 years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of RF communication systems, including link budgets and radio frequency theory.
• Familiarity with national and international spectrum policy environments, regulatory, registration, and coordination processes.
• Working knowledge of ITU Radio Regulations and applicable U.S. regulatory frameworks.
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and the ability to solve complex multi‑disciplinary problems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, producing clear, persuasive written products for technical and policy audiences.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience using RF communications analysis tools such as Visualyze.
• Basic understanding of analysis processes, modeling methodologies, and engineering review practices.
• Prior experience drafting national or international regulatory contributions, technical briefs, or policy papers.

Physical Requirements

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

Benefits

Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans; 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; and early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.