Radio Frequency/Spectrum Engineer (Military/Tactical/Link-16)
Leidos’ NISC IV program seeks a Radio Frequency Engineer/Spectrum Engineer to support the FAA Spectrum Engineering Services Group (AJW-194) within the area of National Defense and Electronic Attack.
The ideal candidate will have experience in radio frequency (RF) engineering, spectrum coordination, spectrum management, frequency coordination, frequency management, and/or tactical communication systems. Experience with Joint Tactical Information Distribution System (JTIDS), Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS), and Link-16 preferred but not required.
Link-16/JTIDS/MIDS Spectrum Engineer - Primary Responsibilities:
Link-16 Spectrum Engineering Analysis: Perform RF spectrum engineering and technical analysis and interagency frequency coordination in support of Joint Tactical Information Distribution System (JTIDS), Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS), and Link-16 operations to identify and mitigate potential impacts on FAA systems and the National Airspace (NAS).
DoD/FAA Spectrum Coordination: Serve as a technical coordination point between DoD and FAA stakeholders for military Link-16 testing, exercises, and operations.
TFA & QTTR Processing: Review and analyze Department of Defense (DoD) Temporary Frequency Authorization (TFA), Quick Turn Test Request (QTTR), and Link-16 usage notifications to identify potential impacts to FAA systems, operations, and spectrum equities.
FAA Concurrence Development: Prepare engineering recommendations and concurrence packages documenting FAA conditions, restrictions, or mitigation requirements necessary to protect FAA systems and the National Airspace System (NAS).
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or similar technical equivalent, completion of a formal spectrum management course, or relevant military experience.
2+ years of relevant experience in RF/spectrum engineering,EMI/EMC and interference analysis,RF propagation/modeling and geospatial analysis, and/or federal frequency coordination/spectrum management.
Experience conducting propagation modeling, link-budget analysis, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) analyses.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to learn FAA-specific software and systems.
Must be a U.S. citizenship.
Must possess and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance or able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with: Link-16/JTIDS/MIDS, Tactical Data Links (TDL), Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (JEMSO), Electromagnetic Spectrum Management Operations, Electronic Warfare, Command and Control (C2), Air Defense, and/or federal frequency coordination/spectrum management.
Experience evaluating radio-frequency system parameters to identify and mitigate potential interference and resolving routine and complex spectrum-engineering problems.
Knowledge of roles and responsibilities of spectrum management within the National Airspace System (NAS).
Knowledge of and experience with various frequency policy organizations, including National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Interdepartmental Radio Advisory Committee (IRAC), and associated sub-committees, and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
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Original Posting:
September 3, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.