Washington, DC, USA
8 hours ago
Radio Frequency Engineer/Project Manager

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Project/Task Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Communication, Networks, Systems Engineering, Wireless Communications

Certifications:

None

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

The candidate for this position will be a RF Mobility Systems Engineer Project Manager on the St. Elizabeth’s campus. The responsibilities of this position include:

Must have great, customer-focused, team-oriented communications and consultative skills, be highly accountable, be self-directed and productive with strong work ethic.Wireless Requirements and Architecture development, CONOPs development, Design, System Development, Integration/Test, and Implementation tasks using the DHS System Engineering LifeCycle (SELC) model.Research, design, test, and evaluate new technologies and solutions. Maintain an organization-wide view of current and future business and architecture to provide solutions that integrate into the overall architectural vision and strategy,Document and communicate architecture, estimates, and implementation plans to program stakeholdersDevelop weekly reports on network health including CellDas and LMR system status.Experience with multi-vendor RF equipment.The duties include technical planning, Requirement’s analysis, trade studies (including defining the trade space for the team), scope control, cost and risk management (able to manage a risk profile and design and execute effective mitigation strategies), and supportability analyses to convert customer needs into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.Work within the SELC system engineering process through the development and implementation of technical metrics.Design and develop RF mobility systems, including cellular DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems), Wi-Fi, and private LTE/5G networks.Perform site surveys, coverage analysis, and spectrum planning to ensure optimal network performance.Develop technical documentation, including system designs, installation guides, and test procedures.Conduct RF testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure system reliability and performance.Optimize system configurations based on performance data, including link budgets, interference mitigation, and PIM (Passive Intermodulation) analysis.Utilize tools like iBwave, TEMS, or similar RF planning and simulation software.Work closely with project managers, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver solutions on time and within budget.Support cross-functional teams in integrating RF systems with existing IT infrastructure.Provide training and documentation for operational teams on RF system usage and maintenance.Ensure all RF systems comply with FCC, ITU, and industry standards.Stay up-to-date with advancements in wireless technologies and regulatory changes.Monitor and diagnose RF network issues, including signal degradation and interference.•Develop preventative maintenance schedules and corrective actions to minimize downtime.Collaborate with third-party vendors for equipment support and upgrades.Requires the candidate to perform analyses which are performed at all levels of the total system product to include: concept, design, development, integration/test, and implementation. The ability to work within a formal development process, a desire to work with both COTS and new technologies and experience with communication system development projects is required. 

Education/Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience.

Experience

8-10 years of demonstrated results in the field of Systems Engineering on large scale wireless communication networks. Demonstrated past experience with excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment is required. Areas of knowledge and experience to apply to this systems engineering position include: application, adaptation, and augmentation of Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) wireless products to meet Government system requirements; understanding of networks and radio equipment, including Land Mobile Radio (LMR) and Project 25 standards, Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) and IEEE 802.11 standards, and Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) for commercial mobile radio; understanding of wireless principles and fundamentals including radio frequency propagation and coverage reliability prediction;  understanding of Secure But Unclassified (SBU) methodology.

Additional skill sets desired:

• In-depth knowledge of US Government security regulations and methodologies;

•  Strong written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills;

• Excellent leadership, teamwork, and client service skills.

Clerance Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DHS EOD (Entry on Duty)Must possess an active Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain SCI

*Must be able to work onsite*


GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

The likely salary range for this position is $127,500 - $172,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA DC Washington

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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