Spectrum RF Engineer Project Manager - 30932

Employer description

Requisition Number: 30932 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $129,850.00 - $185,000.00 

Security Clearance: Secret  

Level of Experience: Senior 

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership at HII – Mission Technologies
HII’s Leadership Capability Framework defines the standard of excellence expected of all leaders across Mission Technologies. Leaders are accountable for modeling these capabilities and building them within their teams:

Know & Grow Your People – Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment.
Build Relationships – Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships.
Take Ownership – Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results.
Customer First – Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners.
Shape the Future – Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities.
Act with Urgency – Make informed decisions and move with purpose.

These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission

Summary
HII – Mission Technologies is seeking a highly experienced Senior RF Engineer to support advanced spectrum management and federal telecommunications programs. This role involves leading technical efforts related to RF system design, electromagnetic compatibility, and the lifecycle operations of federal spectrum‑dependent systems. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in RF engineering principles along with strong understanding of federal regulatory processes affecting national spectrum resources.

What you will do

Provide senior‑level RF engineering expertise in support of spectrum‑dependent system evaluations, technology transitions, and operational assessments.
Apply electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) principles to analyze system performance, interference risks, and coexistence scenarios.
Support spectrum planning activities, system certifications, and regulatory engagements across DoD and federal agencies.
Collaborate with program managers, spectrum analysts, and government stakeholders to ensure engineering rigor across all technical deliverables.
Contribute to studies involving NTIA processes, SRF statutory requirements, FCC spectrum actions, and the GMF database.
Develop technical reports, engineering analyses, and recommendations that address complex spectrum challenges.
Provide guidance on emerging RF technologies and their implications for federal spectrum operations.
What we are looking for (minimum requirements)

10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; or 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field.
Masters degree required.
Deep understanding of RF engineering principles, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and the operational lifecycle of federal spectrum‑dependent systems.
Working knowledge of NTIA processes, FCC spectrum auction mechanisms, SRF statutory requirements, and the GMF database.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent (e.g., DAWIA Level III in Program Management).
Strong analytical, communication, and technical reporting skills.
Clearance: Requires an active secret level security clearance.
Physical Requirements
May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role’s location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII’s Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role’s function and a candidate’s education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.