Senior Electrical Engineer; RF & Modeling - Point Mugu, CA

Position: Senior Electrical Engineer (RF & Modeling) - Point Mugu, CA
Job Summary

F3EA is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (RF & Modeling) to lead the design, analysis, integration, and evaluation of advanced Blue Water Instrumentation (BWI) capabilities at the Point Mugu Sea Range.

This role is central to addressing critical gaps in Over-the-Horizon maritime instrumentation, telemetry relay systems, command-and-control experimentation, and range safety support.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will operate at the intersection of RF system design, modeling and simulation, and real-world test execution, translating complex requirements into fielded capabilities. This position requires a technically deep, mission-focused engineer capable of both architecting systems and validating them through experimentation in operational environments.

This role is designed for a senior engineer who can bridge advanced RF theory with real-world application, delivering operational capability through rapid R&D, experimentation, and field integration. Success in this position requires both technical depth and the ability to operate effectively in dynamic, mission-driven environments.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of RF and electrical systems supporting BWI instrumentation and telemetry capabilities
• Develop and apply modeling and simulation tools to analyze system performance, link budgets, propagation, and system behavior in maritime environments
• Design and integrate RF communication systems, telemetry links, antennas, and signal processing components
• Conduct RF analysis, including spectrum utilization, interference mitigation, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) considerations
• Support system architecture development, including trade studies, requirements analysis, and performance optimization
• Integrate RF and electrical systems with mechanical, software, and network components within multi-disciplinary prototypes
• Support test planning, execution, and post-test analysis, including data collection and performance validation
• Lead troubleshooting of RF, electrical, and system-level issues during lab and field operations
• Provide technical oversight for prototype development, integration, and installation (I&I) efforts
• Develop and review technical documentation, including design packages, test plans, reports, and briefings
• Collaborate with government stakeholders, range personnel, and multidisciplinary teams to align solutions with mission requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety, spectrum management, and regulatory requirements
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians supporting RF and electrical integration efforts

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians

Required Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (Master's preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in RF systems, electrical engineering, or related field
• Strong background in RF system design, analysis, and integration
• Experience with modeling and simulation tools (MATLAB, Simulink, CST, HFSS, or similar)
• Understanding of wireless communications, telemetry systems, and signal propagation
• Experience performing link budget analysis and system performance modeling
• Ability to work in lab and field environments, including test ranges and maritime conditions
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• U.S. citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (Secret or higher)

Preferred Qualifications and Education

• Experience supporting DoD test ranges, RDT&E programs, or instrumentation systems
• Background in maritime RF environments or Over-the-Horizon communications
• Experience with antenna design, RF front-end systems, and spectrum management
• Familiarity with electronic warfare (EW) or contested spectrum environments
• Experience integrating RF systems with network architectures and C2 systems
• Experience supporting test and evaluation (T&E) events and field experimentation
• Knowledge of software-defined radios (SDRs) and advanced communication systems
• Prior military or defense contractor experience

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a…