Senior Spectrum/Signal Processing Engineer
On-siteTampa, Florida, United States or Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Develop, evaluate, and integrate RF and signal processing systems to support situational awareness and multi-domain operations. Apply advanced signal processing, computational techniques, and AI/ML methods to analyze RF and sensor data for operational decision support. Translate high-level operational requirements into deployable technical solutions, ensuring systems operate effectively across air, land, sea, and space domains. Work with cross-functional teams to design interoperable systems and integrate sensor and communications architectures into a unified operational picture. Conduct modeling, simulation, and real-world system testing to ensure mission readiness, performance, and spectrum compliance. Serve as a subject matter expert in spectrum management, signal analysis, and situational awareness technologies, advising program leadership and stakeholders. This full-time position requires active Secret clearance and an 8+ year background in RF engineering, spectrum management, and sensor systems. Located at MacDill AFB, FL or Washington DC, contingent upon contract award.
Required Qualifications
- US citizen
- Active Secret clearance (ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly required)
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- 8+ years of relevant experience
- Strong expertise in RF engineering, spectrum management, signal processing, and sensor systems
- Hands-on experience with sensors, radar, communications systems, and electronic warfare platforms
- Proficiency in signal processing software and languages and experience with AI/ML applied to sensor data
- Familiarity with multi-domain operational concepts, situational awareness systems, and DoD sensor architectures
- Demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams, lead technical efforts, and communicate complex concepts to stakeholders
- Must be a US citizen
- Active Secret (ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly required)
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience
- Strong expertise in RF engineering, spectrum management, signal processing, and sensor systems
- Hands-on experience with sensors, radar, communications systems, and electronic warfare platforms
- Proficiency in signal processing software and languages and experience with AI/ML applied to sensor data
- Familiarity with multi-domain operational concepts, situational awareness systems, and DoD sensor architectures
- Demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams, lead technical efforts, and communicate complex concepts to stakeholders
Desired Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Experience in Multi-Domain Operations (MDO), electronic warfare, or spectrum dominance programs
- Familiarity with System-of-Systems (SoS) engineering, sensor fusion, and interoperability standards
- Knowledge of situational awareness tools and workflows
- Advanced certifications such as Certified RF Specialist (CRFS), Certified Signal Processing Engineer (CSPE), or equivalent
- Demonstrated record of innovative technical solutions aligned with defense and mission objectives
Additional Requirements
- Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
- Clearance: Active Secret (ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly required)
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