Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer SME

Apogee is actively seeking a full-time Radio Frequency Engineer SME supporting US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) NC3 Enterprise Center (NEC) Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I).   

The SE&I Division serves as the principal enterprise systems engineering, enterprise architecture, and technical authority for the NC3 Enterprise within the Department of Defense. As the lead NC3 Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) arm of the NC3 Enterprise Center, the division applies and remains up to date on systems engineering best practices and translates mission and operational requirements into appropriate technical specifications and solutions. SE&I also has the responsibility to apply established standards, and, when necessary, develop new standards, to ensure seamless interoperability across the NC3 enterprise. The SE&I is comprised of 3 branches:

• Enterprise Sustainment & Evolution
• Enterprise Performance & Capabilities
• Enterprise Mission Management

This is a full-time opportunity located at Ft Meade, MD.

Why work with us? Apogee Engineering, LLC is a provider of research, engineering, operations, software, cyber, intel, training, technical services, financial and administrative expertise across an array of DOD and Federal Civilian customers. Our company was founded on the commitment of making a positive difference for our customers and our people. Apogee’s culture is infused with integrity and a passion for excellence, which has propelled us into the ranks of an elite small business company. Apogee is known for an unwavering dedication to our client's success, a warm and employee-centric work environment, and an enthusiasm to provide the right solution at the right time.    What you will be doing:

• Assess and identify opportunities and technological capabilities across the NC3 Enterprise, interface with industry, DoD mission partners and academia and provide specific recommendations for the NEC SE&I (e.g., reports, papers, briefings).
• Provide high-level radio frequency communication systems subject matter expertise, including terrestrial and satellite communication systems, and associated technologies to support the NC3 Enterprise.
• Apply principles, methods, and expertise of radio frequency communications to provide functional systems analysis of RF applications and effective RF implementation within the operational environment.
• Prepare technical reports, studies, and related documentation (charts, graphs, presentations) in the application of engineering and threat impact assessments for development, evaluation, and sustainment of RF electronic systems.
• Assess new technologies and innovations to develop technical recommendations that ensure the integrity and continuity of operations supporting evolving NC3 requirements. 
• Provide RF technical expertise to the NC3 enterprise regarding signal propagation, modeling and simulation, test and design, and system development. 

Minimum Requirements   Citizenship: US Citizenship Clearance: Must have and be able to obtain a TS with SCI eligibility Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or similar technical field Years of Experience: 5+ years' relevant experience (in lieu of degree) providing RF technical expertise, systems and design analysis, and implementation and integration via technical reports, presentations, briefings, and training 

• Ability to apply principles, methods, and knowledge of RF communications systems
• Ability to work well within a team and to execute tasks independently
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong command of MS Office suite tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Requirements  

• NC3 experience (desired)

Benefits: 

• Apogee offers two medical plans, a high deductible health plan with a HRA and a traditional POS plan with co-pays, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, PTO, paid holidays, parental, military, and jury duty paid leaves. Regular part time employees scheduled for twenty-four or more hours per work week are eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis. 
• The pay range for this position is $150,000 to $165,000 across the U.S.  There is also a different range applicable for specific work locations.  Base pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, training and education.