Telecommunications Specialist (Spectrum Manager)

Air Force Research Laboratory; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Research Laboratory in Dayton, Ohio is seeking a Telecommunications Specialist to join the Operations Division and support spectrum policy, regulation, and certification for a multi-billion dollar AFRL portfolio.

You will provide SME guidance on spectrum management, analyze RF usage, coordinate equipment certification, and oversee certification processes with relevant DoD and NTIA tools, with eligibility for situational telework as allowed by policy.

Qualifications

• Citizenship in the United States is required.
• At least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service.

Responsibilities

• Provides SME guidance and regulatory interpretation on spectrum management and frequency issues for AFRL and contractors.
• Independently analyzes spectrum utilization to develop better policies and procedures for RF spectrum protection.
• Compiles and champions spectrum requirements for telecommunication programs and special projects.
• Leads preparation and review of Applications for Equipment Certification using current National Level software systems.

Skills

Spectrum management

Regulatory interpretation

Policy guidance

RF analysis

Tools

Spectrum 21 (SXXI)

EL-CID

Stepstone

Job description

OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED US CITIZENS. This announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 11:45 PM EST, 6 October 2026.

Job Overview

Ready to shape the future of communication technology? Join the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) as a Telecommunications Specialist in our dynamic Operations Division! You'll work on cutting-edge projects, leverage your expertise to solve complex challenges, and directly impact mission-critical communications systems. Be part of a team that drives innovation and empowers the United States Air Force's technological edge.

Position Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Provides subject matter expertise, policy guidance, and regulatory interpretation to AFRL organizations and their contractors, regarding spectrum management, equipment certification and frequency issues, enabling the safe, effective, and spectrum-compliant execution of a $5B AFRL research portfolio.
• Independently analyzes spectrum utilization in pursuit of developing better policies and procedures for the protection of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum use for AFRL programs.
• Compiles, coordinates, and champions spectrum requirements for telecommunication programs and special projects.
• Leads the preparation and review of Applications for Equipment Certification using current and required National Level software systems.

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lowest grade level or equivalent grade level of the position being advertised.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with NTIA Manual of Regulations and Procedures for Federal Radio Frequency Management.
• Familiarity with the coordination of frequency usage with the MAJCOM and DoD Test and Training Ranges, specifically allocation of frequencies, assignment of frequencies, efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum, and the reduction of radio frequency interference (RFI).
• Familiarity with radio frequency (RF) management & RF equipment certification.
• Previous experience required in Radio Frequency Authorization (RFA) requests using Spectrum 21 (SXXI) software tools, AND Previous experience in requesting equipment certification from the NTIA/SPS using EL-CID (Equipment Location-Certification and Information Database) and Stepstone online software tools.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Series

0391

Additional Information

• Travel may be required for this position.
• Incentives may/may not be authorized.

Resume requirement: Resume may not exceed two pages, and font size should be no smaller than 10pts.

Requisition Number 78893

Posting End Date

10/06/2026