Junior Radio Frequency (RF) Electrical Engineer

The Junior RF Electrical Engineer role with Leidos in Egg Harbor Township, NJ (onsite) supports the FAA Spectrum Engineering Services Group within the NISC IV program, performing frequency-assignment analyses and coordination for radar, air-to-ground voice, land mobile radio, microwave, and satellite RF systems, with a salary range of USD 57,850 to 104,575 per year.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning, coordination, and execution of FAA and non-FAA frequency assignment actions, ensuring that technical analyses and documentation conform to FAA Orders, the NTIA Manual (Redbook), and established engineering standards.
• Perform radio-frequency compatibility analyses using the FAA’s spectrum-automation and modeling tools to identify and mitigate potential interference among communications, navigation, and surveillance systems.
• Conduct RF propagation, link-budget, EMC, and interference analyses using FAA spectrum-automation and modeling tools.
• Validate all technical data (location, equipment, parameters, emission designator, power, bandwidth, and antenna characteristics) for completeness and accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with other federal and contractor engineers, Service Area Spectrum Offices, and FAA program offices to resolve technical issues and advance records through the assignment and coordination process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or completion of a formal spectrum management course or equivalent military experience in spectrum management.
• Less than 2 years of relevant experience in radio frequency engineering.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to learn FAA-specific software and systems.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Must have a security clearance of Secret or higher or be able to meet the requirements for one.

Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• FAA spectrum-automation and modeling tools
• Spectrum XXI

Benefits

• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave
• Retirement