Wireless and RF Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Maryland; On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in Maryland is seeking a highly experienced Wireless and RF Analysis Engineer to validate input data, design analysis approaches, and ensure concise technical outputs. You will represent the client in technical working groups and help craft architectural blueprints for new networks and improvements to production systems.

You will apply advanced RF principles to tackle unusually complex problems, mentoring teammates and guiding cross-site engineering efforts in a DoD/Federal

Qualifications

• Must have 10+ years of advanced RF and wireless engineering experience for DoD programs.
• Led RF system design, spectrum management, interference analysis, and RF validation testing.
• Experience with multi-site RF engineering in complex operational environments.
• Proficient with LTE, 5G, private cellular networks, Wi-Fi, CBRS.

Responsibilities

• Validate input data and devise analysis methodology.
• Represent client in technical working groups and peer reviews.
• Assist in developing architectural blueprints for new networks and enhancements to production networks.
• Mentor or supervise junior engineers and support cross-site collaboration.
• Lead RF testing, surveys, measurements, and optimization efforts.

Skills

RF Engineering

Spectrum Management

Interference Analysis

Propagation Analysis

Test & Validation

LTE/5G/CBRS

Secret clearance

Mentoring/Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RF Test Equipment

Link Budget Software

Job description

The Opportunity:Be responsible for validating input data, devising an analysis methodology, and ensuring the quality of technical outputs to convey results concisely and clearly as a Wireless and RF Analysis Engineer. Represent the client's interests in technical working groups with your peers. Support the development of architectural blueprints for new networks and enhancements to production networks. Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts, and contribute to the development of new principles and concepts. Work on unusually complex problems and provide highly innovative solutions. Operate with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision, and mentor or supervise employees in both company and technical competencies.Join us. The world can't wait.You Have:10+ years of experience performing advanced RF and wireless engineering for Federal, DoD, or complex technical infrastructure programs5+ years of experience leading RF system design, spectrum management, interference analysis, coverage optimization, and comprehensive RF validation testing ensuring mission‑aligned performanceExperience directing RF engineering activities across multi‑site, high‑complexity operational environments, providing expert guidance on signal propagation, system integration, and troubleshootingExperience with RF system design, propagation, coverage analysis, and troubleshootingExperience designing, deploying, testing, and troubleshooting microwave PTP or PtMP systemsExperience performing RF testing, surveys, measurements, and system optimizationExperience with wireless technologies such as LTE, 5G, private cellular networks, Wi-Fi, or CBRSKnowledge of RF fundamentals including propagation, path loss, antenna characteristics, link budgets, interference, modulation, spectrum, and RF measurementsSecret clearanceHS diploma or GEDNice If You Have:Knowledge of networking concepts and principlesAbility to analyze technical data and troubleshoot complex wireless or RF problemsTS/SCI clearanceBachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, RF Engineering, or Computer EngineeringCompTIA Network+, Aruba Certified Mobility Associate (ACMA), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification, or 5G CertificationsClearance:Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.CompensationAt Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.Identity StatementAs part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.Candidate AI Usage PolicyAI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided .Work ModelOur people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.