RF Engineer – NTIA Support

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Provide expert RF engineering support for Federal communications, navigation, and spectrum-dependent systems .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeAnnapolis Junction • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $87,247 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in RF engineering, spectrum management, and electromagnetic compatibility is essential, along with the ability to develop technical recommendations and assess regulatory impacts for senior leadership in federal communications.

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RF Engineering SupportElectromagnetic Compatibility StudiesSpectrum ManagementTechnical Regulatory RecommendationsActive SECRET Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

RF Propagation ModelsFrequency ManagementSpectrum EngineeringModeling and Simulation ToolsTechnical Studies ReviewInterference ProtectionPropagation ModelingEmissions Limits AssessmentPower Flux Density LimitsCoordination Criteria

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Active SECRET Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Federal Spectrum-Dependent SystemsNTIA Redbook RequirementsITU Radio RegulationsNTIA Manual of RegulationsU.S. Table of Frequency AllocationsITU-R RecommendationsWRC ResolutionsNTIA IRAC Processes

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide expert RF engineering support for Federal communications, navigation, and spectrum-dependent systems
Apply RF propagation models, spectrum engineering, frequency management, and electromagnetic compatibility expertise
Lead large-scale electromagnetic compatibility studies using modeling and simulation tools to evaluate RF coexistence and interference protection
Support NTIA Interdepartmental Radio Advisory Committee activities and subcommittees
Contribute to U.S. preparation for World Radiocommunication Conferences, ITU-R Study Groups, Working Parties, Conference Preparatory Meetings, and regional telecommunications organizations
Develop recommended positions for NTIA spectrum management and allocation proceedings
Review and interpret technical studies on spectrum sharing, interference protection, propagation modeling, emissions limits, power flux density limits, coordination criteria, and protection requirements
Translate technical and regulatory proposals into operational impacts, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions for senior DoD leaders
Coordinate with NTIA, FCC, Department of State, federal agencies, industry stakeholders, and U.S. and international delegations
Evaluate effects of spectrum allocation and regulatory proposals on DoD systems and missions
Prepare senior leader briefings, decision memoranda, technical regulatory recommendations, and agency positions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 20 years of experience supporting Federal spectrum-dependent systems
LEVEL 3: 5 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 3 years with a Master’s degree; 0 years with a PhD or Juris Doctorate; or High School Diploma/equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
LEVEL 4: 9 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 7 years with a Master’s degree; 4 years with a PhD or Juris Doctorate; or High School Diploma/equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
Deep familiarity with Federal spectrum-dependent systems
Knowledge of NTIA Redbook requirements and federal spectrum regulatory frameworks
Demonstrated experience developing technical and regulatory recommendations for senior leadership
Proven ability to assess electromagnetic compatibility issues and spectrum-sharing impacts
Active SECRET security clearance required
Preferred: direct experience with NTIA IRAC processes and subcommittees
Preferred: familiarity with ITU Radio Regulations, NTIA Manual of Regulations and Procedures for Federal Radio Frequency Management, U.S. Table of Frequency Allocations, ITU-R Recommendations and Reports, and WRC resolutions and agenda items
May require work in office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environments
Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions
Educational and training programs for continual career growth