Electronic Radio Specialist Security Clearance

Position: Electronic Radio Specialist with Security Clearance
Electronic Radio Specialist
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD (On-Site) Salary $100,000 - $120,000 Clearance Requirement Active Secret Clearance Required Senior RF Engineer Qualifications

• Knowledge of

Experience with 4G/5G cellular technologies, architecture, and RF interfaces, particularly their application in tactical or secure environments.

• Ability to clearly present technical topics in high-pressure situations such as technical committees of peers

• 2+ years of experience conducting Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) analyses for DoD spectrum-dependent systems

• Experience in MATLAB, Python, or programming languages suitable to augment or enhance COTS RF simulation capabilities

• Knowledge of current high assurance and SBU-E radio requirements to include Silvus, Persistent Systems, L3

Harris, Thales, Trellisware.

• Knowledge with pLEO capabilities to include Starshield, SDA, etc..
• In-depth knowledge of waveform development and analysis

• Knowledge of HOW radios communicate with each other, to include messaging formats and waveform propagation information.

• Familiarity with COMSEC principles as they apply to tactical systems.

• Experience utilizing Systems Tool Kit (STK), Visualyse Professional, Builder, or EDX Signal Pro

• Knowledge of DoW, Department of the Army, or other Service branch spectrum-dependent mission systems such as those used for radio navigation and communications

• Knowledge of RF protocols and propagation models

• Knowledge of the NTIA Redbook Table of Allocations and associated regulatory framework

• Communication and presentation skills, with a demonstrated ability to brief technical topics to both expert and executive audiences. Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) on advanced waveform analysis, TRANSEC techniques, and RF propagation, utilizing tools like MATLAB, Python, and Signal Hound to capture and analyze signals.

• Architect and prototype end-to-end RF systems in a lab environment, using SDR platforms, Faraday enclosures, and other test equipment to validate new solutions and identify security gaps.

• Lead the design and execution of comprehensive test plans for tactical radio systems, including SBU-E and High-Assurance radios, focusing on interoperability, security, and performance in contested EW environments.

• Collaborate with vendors, Program Managers, and other USG stakeholders to ensure the secure and rapid delivery of cutting-edge RF capabilities to the warfighter.

• Spearhead the integration and security assessment of 5G technologies into the tactical environment, including developing and prototyping innovative TRANSEC and waveform obfuscation techniques.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of RF excellence and continuous learning.

• You will be responsible for everything from validating input data, devising a methodology, and ensuring the quality of technical outputs to concisely and clearly convey results

• Represent the Army's interests in technical working groups and committees, clearly and concisely presenting complex technical findings and strategic recommendations to peers and senior leadership. Requirements

• TS/ SCI clearance

• 10+ years of experience with Radio Frequency (RF) engineering

• In-depth knowledge of modern tactical radio systems (e.g., Silvus, Persistent Systems, L3

Harris, Thales) and waveforms (e.g., TSM, WREN, SATURN).

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Science, Technology, or Mathematics