Business Development Engineer, US Air Force

Motorola Solutions

. Analyze US Air Force operational priorities and map operational requirements to tactical radio solutions .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering and technical business development within defense technology, with a strong focus on tactical communication systems and network modernization. Proficient in analyzing operational requirements and providing technical solutions aligned with U.S. Air Force priorities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Systems EngineeringTechnical Business DevelopmentSoftware-Defined Radios (SDRs)TCP/IP NetworkingActive U.S. Government SECRET Clearance

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringTechnical Business DevelopmentSoftware-Defined Radios (SDRs)TCP/IP NetworkingLinux EnvironmentsScripting Languages (Python, C++)RF Test EquipmentNetwork ModernizationField Trials ExecutionOperational Requirements Analysis

Soft Skills

Effective Remote Team CollaborationTechnical Stakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Spectrum AnalyzersSignal GeneratorsNetwork Configuration ToolsTechnical Demonstration Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Active U.S. Government SECRET Clearance

Industry Keywords

Department of the Air ForceC5ISRTactical Communication SystemsCollaborative Combat AircraftUncrewed Systems Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonTCP/IPC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze US Air Force operational priorities and map operational requirements to tactical radio solutions
Support technical planning, network configuration, and live-on-the-air execution of field trials, modernizations, and user evaluations
Leverage continuous testing and competitive benchmarking data to verify solution architectures
Align technical work with Business Development strategic priorities
Build and present technical demonstrations for airborne, tactical edge, and expeditionary airbase networking
Provide technical input and review support for RFI/RFP proposal responses
Conduct market research to identify industry integrations and test end-to-end network architectures
Engage technical stakeholders across Department of the Air Force organizations, AFRL, AFLCMC, and TOC-L
Gather field feedback and operational requirements, translate them into product roadmap inputs, and track engineering progress
Travel to customer sites, research laboratories, and strategic field-testing environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related C5ISR field with 2–5 years of demonstrated experience in systems engineering, technical business development, or defense technology roles; OR High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years of relevant technical or defense experience
Exposure to or working knowledge of Software-Defined Radios (SDRs), IP-based routing protocols, or tactical communication systems
Basic familiarity with RF test equipment, such as spectrum analyzers and signal generators
Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire
Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts
Successful clearance of a background check and drug test
Basic understanding of Department of the Air Force tactical procurement pathways, network modernization priorities, or Collaborative Combat Aircraft/uncrewed systems integration
Familiarity with wireless communication systems and RF signal propagation dynamics
Practical experience with TCP/IP networking, Linux environments, or scripting languages such as Python or C++ for test automation
Ability to work effectively in a remote team setting
Ability to lift equipment up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
Referral Payment Plan
100% remote working option depending on location
Relocation Provided: None