Spectrum Engineer (Radio Frequency)

Job overview

The Spectrum Engineer (Radio Frequency) is an onsite 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 is dedicated to securing and protecting civil aviation spectrum resources for the National Airspace System. This role exists to perform critical frequency assignment coordination and radio-frequency compatibility analyses. By utilizing specialized modeling tools and ensuring compliance with federal standards, the engineer helps mitigate interference to ensure the safe and reliable operation of aviation communications, navigation, and surveillance systems.

What you'll do

• Contributes to the planning, coordination, and execution of FAA frequency assignment actions.
• Performs radio-frequency compatibility analyses using spectrum-automation tools.
• Conducts RF propagation, link-budget, and interference analyses.
• Validates technical data for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborates with federal and contractor engineers to resolve technical issues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

annandale va

leidos

spectrum engineering

radio frequency

faa

secret clearance

us citizen

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

Supports FAA Spectrum Engineering Services Group; requires Secret security clearance.

About the employer

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