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We specialize in systems engineering, advanced analytics, R&D programs, and strategic advisory support. Our clients - including NASA, DoD, HHS, DHS, and other civil and national security agencies - rely on us to drive mission success and accelerate innovation.\nBryceTech has been recognized in the Washington Technology Fast 50 ranking of top high-growth small businesses for five consecutive years and received a GovCon Contractor of the Year Award in 2025, underscoring our strong growth, competitive positioning, and excellence in federal contracting. With a proven track record of winning sought-after contracts, scaling high-performance teams, and executing on critical government missions, BryceTech presents a compelling opportunity for strategic partnerships in the GovCon space.\n BryceTech is seeking a Spectrum Engineer to support the Space Development Agency (SDA) in the acquisition and deployment of advanced space-based communications and transport capabilities. The Spectrum Engineer will support spectrum management, frequency coordination, and spectrum authorization activities for SDA satellite and ground systems, working across government, industry, SETA, FFRDC, and other stakeholder organizations.\nThe ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with the DoD spectrum management and authorization process, including preparation and coordination of DD Form 1494, use of spectrum management tools such as EL-CID, E2ESS, and Stepstone, and development of frequency plans in accordance with NTIA and ITU regulations. This individual will help shepherd spectrum requests through the appropriate government approval processes and analyze potential interference and compatibility issues associated with SDA's evolving space architecture.\nKey Responsibilities\nSupport spectrum certification and authorization activities for SDA space and ground systems, including satellite communications and transport systems\nDevelop, prepare, and coordinate DD Form 1494 spectrum support requests and shepherd documentation through the required review and approval processes\nUse NTIA and DoD spectrum management tools, including EL-CID, E2ESS, Stepstone, and other applicable systems\nDevelop and coordinate frequency plans in accordance with the NTIA Manual of Regulations and Procedures for Federal Radio Frequency Management (Redbook) and applicable ITU regulations\nDevelop and submit Advanced Publication Information (API) packages to support ITU coordination, notification, and protection of space and terrestrial systems\nConduct radio frequency interference and electromagnetic compatibility analyses to identify potential impacts to existing and planned RF systems\nCoordinate with incumbent spectrum users and other stakeholders to resolve interference concerns and develop appropriate mitigation procedures\nApply relevant DoD-specific spectrum management requirements and footnotes contained within the NTIA Redbook, including requirements applicable to Link-16 and other DoD radio communication systems\nSupport coordination with spectrum management organizations, committees, and working groups, including the NASA-DoD-DoC (NDD) coordination group and NTIA Spectrum Planning Subcommittee (SPS)\nCoordinate spectrum certification activities with organizations such as the Air Force Spectrum Management Office (AFSMO), Navy Marine Corps Spectrum Center (NMSC), and Space Systems Command Spectrum Management Office (SSC SMO)\nApply knowledge of RF fundamentals, including transmitter, receiver, and antenna characteristics, emission designators, frequency assignments, and ground terminal interactions\nAnalyze spectrum requirements within the context of space vehicle and ground system architectures\nProvide technical support for the acquisition and deployment of SDA transport and communications satellites and associated ground systems\nDevelop technical analyses, reports, briefings, and other materials for government and senior decision makers\nParticipate in technical interchange meetings and coordinate with government, SETA, FFRDC, contractor, industry, and other external stakeholders\nTrack spectrum authorization actions, identify potential issues or delays, and work proactively with stakeholders to achieve required approvals\nProvide additional spectrum management, RF engineering, and technical support as assigned\n Required Qualifications\nActive Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility (TS/SCI)\nBachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience\nPrior professional 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