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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) · 1 hour ago

Principal RF Engineering SME – Air Force Aircraft Mission Systems (JSE)

Las Vegas, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

9+ years exp

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering Subject Matter Expert to join their team supporting advanced Air Force aircraft mission systems. This role involves applying deep RF engineering expertise to the development and testing of digital models of RF systems on modern tactical military aircraft, providing technical guidance and overseeing complex integration and test activities.

Information Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts related to RF systems on Air Force aircraft, including radar, electronic warfare (EW), countermeasures, and signal processing

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams, squadron leadership, and customer organizations on best practices for RF system model development and testing within the JSE

Work closely with Operations, Integration, and Program Management teams throughout all phases of simulation event planning, execution, anomaly investigation and reporting

Advise and assist simulation scenario developers by interpreting user requirements

Research and stay apprised of developing technologically advanced RF payloads and systems for both U.S. and foreign aircraft

Apply high-fidelity physics-based models of RF propagation, antenna patterns, signal processing chains, and countermeasures within the JSE to accurately represent real-world aircraft RF system behavior

Provide expertise in the accurate modeling and simulation of diverse RF threats and countermeasures for effective 'red teaming' and adversarial engagement within the JSE

Leverage an understanding of operational context and tactical employment to develop test strategies, concepts, objectives, measures of performance, and test methodologies specifically related to RF simulation events in the JSE

Define data requirements for RF systems under test/training, including threat and environmental measurement systems

Provide content for test support plans and data analysis plans to ensure useful test and training outcomes

Make hardware and software recommendations as needed

Provide control room test support in the engineering discipline role

Develop real-time data monitoring displays for effective data analysis

Analyze and interpret RF-related data, assess system under test/training performance, develop conclusions and recommendations, and generate report-quality data products and technical documentation

Maintain expert knowledge of security classification guides (SCGs) and data handling protocols pertaining to classified RF system performance data and simulation outputs, ensuring strict compliance in all aspects of JSE operations and reporting

Serve as a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results as part of a high-performing team in a high-profile, fast-paced environment

Effectively communicate complex results with management and executive leadership through clear, concise, and technically accurate oral and written presentations

Qualification

RF engineering expertiseElectronic Warfare systemsRF signal processingRadar systems knowledgeTestEvaluation processesSoftware Defined RadioMicrosoft Office proficiencyLeadership skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Minimum of 9+ years of related experience working with RF systems in a research, development, or test environment

Current and comprehensive RF experience with military aircraft mission systems is essential

Expertise in RF engineering to include: RF Signal Processing designs and techniques, RF antenna, receiver, and transmitter modeling and analysis techniques and tools, Electronic Warfare intelligence data Systems and databases and how they are used in programming/reprogramming electronic warfare systems, EW system and countermeasure design, integration, and testing

Experience with radar and/or electronic warfare (EW) hardware and software systems and technologies is required

Thorough working knowledge and practical experience with DoD Test and Evaluation processes within major acquisition programs

Demonstrated experience in the development and application of test measures and advanced test techniques relevant to RF and mission systems

Ability to interface with high-level Systems Engineering leads in determining the best course of action for radar or electronic warfare equipment and countermeasures selection, development, integration, and test

Proficiency with Microsoft office applications. Familiarity with MS Windows and Linux OS

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or other Engineering/Technical discipline relevant to RF engineering/development from an ABET accredited program is required

Active TOP SECRET clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility and willingness to submit to a Counter-Intelligence polygraph is required

Candidate must maintain a TS/SCI clearance as a condition of employment

U.S. Citizenship: Required for this Position

Preferred

15+ years' experience in RF systems and their application on military aircraft is highly desired

Specific experience with 5th Generation aircraft and emerging RF and EW systems is strongly preferred

Knowledge of threat radar systems to include RF signal processing designs and techniques

Experience with Software Defined Radio (SDR) architectures and/or Cognitive Electronic Warfare concepts and their integration into complex simulation environments

Experience with Integrated Master Schedules and risk management

Experience with Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS)

Proven experience in delivering professional instruction or training to technical audiences