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Radio Frequency Engineer

Agile Defense, LLC
United States, Arizona, Fort Huachuca
Mar 18, 2025
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests. Requisition #: 807 Job Title: Radio Frequency Engineer Clearance Level: Active DoD - TS/SCI Location: 2001 Brainard Rd Ft Huachuca, Arizona 85613 Required Certification(s): Requires at least 1 certification in area of specialization. The Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) Test Evaluation and Certification II Services (TEC II) contract provides technical solutions for the DOD in support of Test and Evaluation (T&E) services and T&E enabling services. JITC's service requirements are categorized in the following areas: T&E Performance Requirements, T&E Capability Management Requirements, T&E Capability Requirements, and Overarching Contract and Task Order (TO) Requirements. TEC Services are provided to DoD Combatant Commanders/Services/Agencies, federal and state agencies, coalition partners, and commercial entities to aid in the design, development, acquisition, integration, deployment, operational use, and sustainment of new and enhanced Information Technology/National Security System capabilities. Agile-Defense is looking for a Radio Frequency (RF) Test Engineer to support the testing of vendor provided developmental and production hardware and software. This role requires a deep understanding of RF principles, test methodologies, and the ability to work with advanced test equipment and emerging technologies. The engineer will perform engineering-based functions ensuring the combined RF test lab successfully executes standards conformance and interoperability certification testing. The RF Lab testing functional areas include High Frequency, Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Satellite Communications, and Very High Frequency/UHF Line of Sight. The selected candidate will provide subject matter expertise on technical RF testing issues and recommendations on relevant testing or necessary modifications to maintain the lab's independent waveform testing systems. This position is 100% on-site in a government facility. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Evaluate and modify existing test plans and procedures to determine if existing procedures are sufficient for a waveform test technician to execute. - Investigate new ways of testing requirements to increase efficiency or accuracy. - Procedure updates include but are not limited to changes to ensure total requirement inclusion, accurate test methodology, suitable test configurations, testability, requirement traceability and accurate data collection. * Develop new test plans and procedures, identifying all equipment, configurations, and settings necessary to execute the test. Procedures must be validated for accuracy against independent reference values. * Attend working group meetings for new and existing standards. * Execute test equipment setup. - Perform functionality checks on equipment. - Setup and configure equipment for new and existing capabilities using waveform specific test kits made up of all test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment necessary to test a terminal's military standard compliance. - Document equipment configuration utilizing standardized processes including diagrams and labeling. * Provide engineering assistance to the test team technicians before, during and after test execution. - Address any problems encountered by technicians during test setup and execution. * Recommend equipment, facility or capability for upgrade, replacement, or discontinuation associated with the annual lab modernization effort. * Develop, maintain and execute the Lab Modernization Plan, identifying test procedures requiring updating and new test procedures needed. Lead the integration of new equipment, tools, and methods. * Provide oversight, training, and guidance to technicians. Develop white papers, SOPs, and architectures. * Develop test scripts, programs and procedures to automate testing and increasing lab efficiency. * Provide recommendations on candidate subtests for reevaluation following a comprehensive review of vendor provided documentation noting RF terminal software and hardware changes that has been previously assessed/certified. QUALIFICATIONS Required Certifications Requires at least 1 certification in area of specialization. Education, Background, and Years of Experience Requires a Doctorate and at least 4 years of experience; a Master's degree and at least 10 years of experience; or a Bachelor's and 16 years of experience. The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties. Relevant technical degrees include the following, though the Government may consider other curriculums, various engineering and science disciplines, Physics, Operations Research, Computer Science, and Mathematics. Related certifications in the area of specialization may be substituted for 1 year of experience. ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Required Skills * Experience with converting Military Standards to executable test procedures. * Experience with component-level RF circuit characterization and optimization. * Experience with RF test equipment including spectrum analyzer, signal generator, and network analyzer. * Experience with automated test scripts and software tools. * Ability to multi-task and manage a variety of complex tasks. * Strong organizational and time management skills. * Ability to work without supervision. * Excellent written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions * Contractor site. Possible off-hours work to support releases and outages. General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking for up to 10% of the time. The working environment is generally favorable. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Strength Demands * Sedentary - 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Physical Requirements * Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse). Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are. We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section. Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do. Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated. Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support. Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task. Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges. Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Apply for this job