RF Engineer Security Clearance

Position: RF Engineer with Security Clearance
Overview R F Engineer

LOCATION:

On Site - Kirtland AFB, NM JOB STATUS:
Full-time CLEARANCE:
DoD Secret clearance w/ TS/SCI eligibility CERTIFICATION: N/A TRAVEL:
Astrion is seeking a n RF Engineer to support space-based RF hardware development and EMI/EMC testing activities for advanced research programs at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Space Vehicles Directorate in Albuquerque, NM . This position offers a hands-on opportunity to work on AFRL space vehicle and ground systems , contributing to lab testing, advising on RF hardware selection, technical documentation, and occasional advisement on spectrum coordination across military, government, and industry stakeholders.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
* U.S. Citizenship re quired
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical , Computer , RF Engineering , or a related discipline with an RF focus
* 3 + years of hands-on engineering and/or testing experience with radio-frequency systems
* Experience planning and conducting RF lab and/or field tests , including data acquisition and analysis
* Proficiency with RF test equipment , including:
* Spectrum analyzers
* Vector network analyzers (VNAs)
* Signal generators
* Experience with MATLAB or Python for data modeling and analysis
* Familiarity with EMI/EMC testing concepts (especially MIL-STD-461)
* Strong analytical, organizational, and communication ski lls
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Attention to detail in testing and documentation processes PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
* Experience supporting DoD space programs , particularly in PNT or small satellite systems
* Experience with RF system calibration and ESD best practices
* Previous work in classified or secure lab environments
* Demonstrated ability to support multidisciplinary engineering teams
* Prior involvement with EMI/EMC lab setups , equi pment selection , and testing
* Ability to adapt quickly between lab tasks, documentation, and coordination with external partners
* Familiarity with frequency management tools: DD Form 1494, EL-CID, Spectrum XXI RE SPONSIBILITIES
* Set up, calibrate, and operate RF test configurations for lab and field environments
* Conduct testing of RF components, subsystems, and full systems
* Perform EMI/EMC testing to MIL-STD-461 standards
* Analyze RF test data and present findings to engineering teams and stakeholders
* Support verification and validation (V&V) of hardware to meet program requirements
* Contribute to test planning, execution , and technical documentation
* Participate in design reviews and review vendor test plans and deliverables
* Enforce and maintain lab safety protocols and recommend process improvements
* Assist in post-delivery testing of fligh t and ground hardware
* Support spectrum certification and frequency coordination for AFRL programs
* This may include:
* Prepare and submit DD Form 1494s using EL-CID and Spectrum XXI
* Coordinate with stakeholders including NASA, AFSMO, DoC , SMC, and AFSPC
* Advise and/or m anage local spectrum usage for terrestria l system testing WORK ENVIRONMENT
* Primarily located in a research and development lab with hands-on testing
* Use of advanced RF equipment: VNAs , spectrum analyzers , oscilloscopes , and signal generators
* Occasional office-based work for analysis, documentation, and reporting
* Occasional physical activity: lifting equipment up to 125 lbs (with assistance ) , use of ladders, carts, and lab handling tools #CJ