Job Title: Deployment Manager – Digital Signal Processing (DSP) & Radio
Frequency (RF)
Job Location: Tysons Corner, Virginia
Eligibility/Clearance: US Citizenship required. This position supports a
government contract
About Us:
Our client leads the way in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Radio
Frequency (RF) solutions, delivering innovative technology to critical
industries such as aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and wireless
communications. Their products empower clients to achieve
high-performance signal processing, RF system deployment, and
mission-critical operations.
We are seeking a Deployment Manager to lead and coordinate the
installation, integration, and deployment of our advanced DSP and RF
systems. This is a hands-on leadership role that involves collaborating
with engineering, project management, and customer teams to deliver
complex systems in demanding environments.
Job Description:
The Deployment Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and
executing the installation and deployment of DSP and RF systems for
customer sites. This role involves working closely with internal teams
and external stakeholders to ensure successful system implementation,
on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will
have technical expertise in RF/DSP systems, project management skills,
and experience deploying complex hardware and software solutions.
Responsibilities:
Deployment Planning & Execution
- Oversee the planning, scheduling, and coordination of DSP and RF
system deployments from pre-installation to final acceptance.
- Lead site readiness assessments, ensuring customer locations meet
technical requirements.
- Manage end-to-end deployment, including installation, configuration,
integration, and testing.
- Ensure all logistics, including hardware shipments and personnel
scheduling, are efficiently managed.
Technical Leadership
- Provide technical oversight during deployment, ensuring systems meet
performance and compliance standards.
- Collaborate with engineering to customize deployments based on
unique customer requirements.
- Troubleshoot RF systems, signal processing software, and hardware
during field deployments.
- Ensure compliance with RF spectrum regulations, and
industry-specific standards.
Project Management
- Define project timelines, milestones, and deliverables for each
deployment.
- Manage resources and cross-functional teams to deliver projects on
time and within budget.
- Document and track deployment progress, providing regular status
updates to senior leadership.
- Mitigate risks by implementing contingency plans and addressing
project roadblocks.
Customer Collaboration & Support
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers during system
deployments.
- Provide on-site and remote technical support during and after
installations.
- Deliver training to customer teams on system operation and
maintenance.
- Ensure a smooth handoff from deployment to ongoing operations and
customer support teams.
Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering,
Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in RF and DSP system deployment or related
technical fields.
- Proven experience managing deployments of hardware/software in
complex environments.
- Background in telecommunications, defense, or aerospace environments
preferred.
Technical Expertise:
- Deep understanding of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) algorithms and
RF system architecture.
- Hands-on experience with RF equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers,
network analyzers, SDR platforms).
- Knowledge of Linux-based systems, IP networking, and
software-defined radios (SDR).
- Familiarity with signal modulation/demodulation, waveform analysis,
and communication protocols.
Project Management Skills:
- Ability to develop detailed project plans, track progress, and
ensure on-time delivery.
- Experience managing multi-site deployments and working across
cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira,
Confluence).
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with
technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong problem-solving capabilities and ability to manage
high-pressure situations.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail for managing complex
deployments.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with government contracts and classified
environments.
- Understanding of MIL-STD-461, FCC regulations, and spectrum
compliance.
- Active security clearance (or ability to obtain one).
- PMP (Project Management Professional) or Agile certification.
Arena Technical Resources, LLC, (ATR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer
(EOE) who will provide equal employment opportunity to employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion,
color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, ancestry,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status,
family structure, genetic information, or mental or physical disability.