RF and Data Link Engineer; Engineer - RF

RF and Data Link Engineer (Engineer - RF
3) - 26111

Base pay range: $85,655.00/yr - $/yr

Requisition Number: 26111
Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Security Clearance:
Secret
Level of

Experience:

Senior HI

Location:

Mary Esther, FL (on‑site work only)

HII Mission Technologies is a leader in integrated ISR operations and advanced technologies for defense. We provide solutions across C5

ISR, AI, cyber operations, and more.

• Work closely with the government to support and develop the Special Warfare Technology Integration Support Cooperative (SW TISC) RF/DL initiatives in support of SOF operations globally.
• Expand the existing RF/DL team's capabilities by developing, evaluating, and testing new and emerging technologies for the advancement of SOF missions.
• Work as a member of a diverse engineering, testing and support team to ensure all operating mission nodes can interoperate through various mission networks.
• Ensure RF/DL systems are interoperable and networked within and external to SOF forces.
• Support integration of conventional, special operations, and other systems into tactical kits used in‑garrison and deployed.
• Work with other functional area leads to ensure full support and integration of unique components and government systems of record.
• Provide training for products, systems and services fielded and/or supported by the SW TISC.
• Assess RF and data link systems on aircraft and ground platforms to determine technical specifications, capabilities, and limitations.
• Identify gaps in data‑sharing capabilities across systems and recommend solutions to close those gaps.
• Analyze spectrum allocation, availability, and potential conflicts in operational environments.
• Produce actionable reports outlining requirements to mitigate risks and improve communications.
• Review architectures, roadmaps and other government provided standards to identify current and future gaps.
• Manage projects and timelines effectively, delivering high‑quality outputs under tight deadlines.
• Think critically to identify innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Coordinate amongst various teams in different engineering disciplines to present a unified, integrated product to project stakeholders.

• 5 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in related field; 3 years with a Master’s; 0 years with a PhD; or 9 years relevant experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent (8‑12 years in RF engineering, SATCOM analysis, or related field).
• Must be a U.S. citizen with a current DoD Secret security clearance, eligible to upgrade to TS/SCI.
• Deep understanding of RF; SATCOM, MUOS, IW, SHF, TSM and other MANET waveforms, and tactical data link systems (e.g., Link‑16, Link‑22, SINCGARS, SATCOM, etc.).
• Proficient in RF fundamentals, including antenna gain modeling, frequency and wavelength interactions, link‑budget considerations, and decibel‑based power/ratio calculations.
• Familiarity with DoD communication system acquisition processes and standards (e.g., MIL‑STD‑6016, MIL‑STD‑188).
• Proficient in IP networking and subnetting, with hands‑on experience configuring ports and protocols to integrate commercial off‑the‑shelf routing devices into existing networks.
• Experienced in applying RF propagation tools such as SPEED and Cloud
  
  RF for coverage prediction, path analysis, and mission planning.
• Awareness of the challenges to shared RF and datalink technologies in joint and coalition environments.
• Familiarity with ground‑to‑air communications and integrated battlespace operations.
• Working knowledge of tactical communication systems in military or DoD settings.
• Experience providing technical recommendations to support acquisition and system upgrades.
• Experience in creating reports, briefings, and managing information.
• Self‑motivated and driven desire to succeed with minimal direction.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must have or be able to obtain CompTIA Security+ certification.

• TS/SCI Clearance desired but not required.
• Master's degree in communications engineering, spectrum management, or systems engineering.
• Experience using tools for RF and SATCOM analysis, such as spectrum…