{"id":3249165,"url":"https://alion.io/job/velco-rf-systems-engineer","title":"RF Systems Engineer","company":{"id":2155910,"name":"VELCO","domain":"velco.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/velco-com","size_band":"201-500","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":null},"role":"Hardware","role_family":"Hardware","seniority":"junior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":68744,"max":89700,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":89700},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":2,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"NERC CIP","optional":false}],"status":"closed","first_seen_at":"2026-10-23T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-23","last_verified_at":"2026-10-30T13:43:33Z","board_verified":false,"closed_at":"2026-10-30T13:43:33Z","days_open":7,"trust":{"level":"not_scored","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":7},"description":"As the nation’s first statewide, “transmission only” company, VELCO manages the safe, reliable, cost-effective transmission of electric power throughout Vermont and as a part of the integrated New England regional network.\nThis is a Rutland, Vermont based position.\nWhy you should join our team\nVELCO maintains and operates an expansive statewide radio network that is a critical for the safe, reliable operation of the Vermont electric grid. We are making a substantial investment in a new DMR systems to improve and upgrade our communications and increase efficiency. Our goal is to harness the full potential of this network for voice, data and electric grid informational systems.\nWe're seeking a talented engineer to join our team and participate in this incredible opportunity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the design, implementation and maintenance of radio communication systems.\nHow you will make an impact\nYou’ll support the operation and maintenance of VELCO’s statewide wireless network and related fiber and microwave backhaul infrastructure.\nThis position participates in network design, planning and integration support functions, such as troubleshooting, analysis, research, debugging and problem solving. The RF Engineer exhibits the talent and skills to make competent recommendations and decisions. With oversight, they will help manage complex technical projects. Strong organizational and time management skills are required to handle the workload and track the various projects going on simultaneously.\nResponsibilities\nSupport the management of VELCO’s trunked radio system, microwave, and optical transport networks.\nFollow policies and practices conforming to industry standards to test and certify equipment commissioning, maintenance, and operation.\nHelp develop end-user training plans.\nProvide engineering and technical support to field personnel operating at radio sites, distribution utilities and substations throughout Vermont.\nMonitor and identify radio traffic patterns to ensure high availability. Utilize radio frequency propagation analysis software.\nPerform new and repair service requests.\nAdhere to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) communication-related standards.\nWho you are\nWe will be filling this role at the Associate or Engineer level.\nAssociate Engineer level - Entry-level engineer. Expectations are that individuals at this level will be learning the technical aspects of the VELCO radio frequency network as well as the processes, tools and physical attributes of the system and completing engineering assignments under direct supervision.\nQualifications include a BS in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related technical discipline.\nMid-Career (Experienced) Engineer level- The individual will understand the VELCO radio frequency network system as well as VELCO standards and procedures and be able to competently complete engineering assignments. General oversight is expected on technical aspects of assignments from the department manager or more experienced engineers. This position assists in network design and planning and integration support functions, such as troubleshooting, analysis, research, debugging and problem solving.\nThis level is for the practicing engineer with typically 2-7 years of experience. The preferred candidate will have Wireless/Radio Frequency technology experience with mission critical digital mobile communication systems. This includes Trunked Radio Systems, DMR and microwave.\nQualifications include a BS in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).\nKnowledge/Skills\nDigital Mobile Radio experience required.\nTait Technologies experience preferred.\nFCC general class commercial radio operator, operation of complex trunked radio networks, microwave backhaul networks, complex serial and Ethernet data networks, optical transport networks, Ethernet networking, and DACS is desirable.\nProficiency at planning, designing, implementing and managing carrier class statistical (IP) and TDM networking with consideration of traffic loading and bandwidth allocation is essential. \nAbility to identify and solve complex problems.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nAbility to be both creative and analytical.\nExtremely detail-oriented and accurate.\nWork Environment\nCollaborative, cross-functional team environment\nOpen office setting and dog friendly\nOpportunity to work closely with engineering, finance, and operations\nMission-driven organization supporting critical energy infrastructure\nPhysical/Mental Demands\nMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.\nMust be able to travel to various project sites.\nMust be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.\nMust maintain a valid driver’s license.\nMust be able to maintain fast pace while completing complex work, in potentially emotionally- fraught situations, with competing priorities, within tight timelines and with frequent interruptions.\nMust be able to work additional hours when necessary.\nMust be able to maintain confidentiality of information.\n Compensation Range:\n$68,744.00 - $89,700.00 - $110,656.00/salary This compensation range represents the minimum, midpoint and maximum pay for this position. Individual offers will be based on various factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, education, skills, competencies, and experience. Please note that most offers for new employees fall under the midpoint of the range, allowing room for continued salary growth. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package, which may also include comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off and incentive compensation (bonus) potential.\nImportant Considerations\nVisit Velco.com for additional information on VELCO culture, benefits, and the recruiting process.\n\nWe are an equal opportunity employer, and ALL qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.\n\nVELCO is handling all aspects of talent acquisition internally and will not engage the services of third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters. 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