Senior Radio Frequency Engineer

5 days ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States CCS Global Tech Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Title:
Senior Radio Frequency Engineer

Location:
100% Onsite – Washington, DC

Overview

We are seeking a
Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer
to support a federal agency's nationwide radio communications mission. The role focuses on managing and coordinating licensed radio frequencies, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and facilitating key technical transitions such as
Narrowbanding
and
P25 interoperability
.

This position requires an experienced RF professional with strong analytical, regulatory, and operational expertise who can serve as a key liaison between
radio users, program leadership, and federal regulators
to ensure mission readiness and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advise program offices on the
    application, allocation, and maintenance
    of radio frequencies to support mission operations.
  • Develop, review, and process
    radio frequency and call sign requests
    for submission to federal regulatory bodies.
  • Research, analyze, and resolve
    radio and spectrum-related issues
    , preparing detailed recommendations and documentation for leadership review.
  • Conduct
    spectrum research and analysis
    to ensure frequency requests meet policy guidelines and prevent interference with existing systems.
  • Monitor, update, and maintain
    frequency assignment databases
    to ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance.
  • Support transitions to
    NTIA Narrowbanding requirements
    (e.g., VHF 162–174 MHz) and ensure continued interoperability across systems.
  • Ensure radio systems comply with
    Project 25 (P25)
    standards for secure and efficient communication.
  • Operate and apply
    Spectrum XXI
    or equivalent software for frequency management and spectrum analysis.
  • Provide
    technical support for High Frequency (HF) radio equipment
    and related operational systems.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with
    federal communication and frequency use standards
    .

Required Skills & Experience

  • 8–10 years
    of experience in
    radio frequency management or spectrum operations
    .
  • Demonstrated experience supporting
    Narrowbanding, VHF/UHF radio programs
    , or
    P25 transitions
    .
  • Proficiency with
    Spectrum XXI
    or similar spectrum planning and management tools.
  • Hands-on experience with
    RF licensing, interference research, asset tracking, and compliance reporting
    .
  • Familiarity with
    administrative and tracking tools
    such as ServiceNow and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong
    technical documentation, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
    .
  • Ability to act as a
    technical advisor and backup
    to the lead RF Manager or Spectrum Manager.

Education

  • Minimum:
    High School Diploma
  • Preferred:
    Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field

Clearance Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship
    is required.
  • Must be able to obtain a
    Public Trust Clearance
    (non-transferable).
  • Onboarding is contingent upon clearance approval.
  • Typical processing time:
    8–10 weeks
    .

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