Radio Frequency Engineer (C-UAS)

Job overview

The Radio Frequency Engineer (C-UAS) is a hybrid role based in Annandale, VA, supporting the FAA Spectrum Engineering Services Group. Compensation for this position ranges from $69,550 to $125,725 per year, and the role focuses on National Defense and Electronic Attack initiatives. This role exists to provide technical engineering and spectrum management support to evaluate Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) activities. The engineer conducts compatibility analyses to identify potential impacts to the National Airspace System and develops mitigation recommendations to protect safety-critical systems.

What you'll do

• Conducts RF spectrum compatibility and interference analyses for C-UAS systems.
• Evaluates C-UAS test and operational requests.
• Assesses NAS impacts and develops mitigation recommendations.
• Processes Special Temporary Authorization requests.
• Utilizes RF engineering tools and databases to perform compatibility assessments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

annandale va

leidos

c-uas

radio frequency

spectrum engineering

faa

secret clearance

engineering

$69.5k-$125.7k/yr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement.

Why this role

Focuses on C-UAS and National Defense; requires DoD Secret security clearance.

About the employer

Leidos is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.