RF Test Engineer

RF Communications Test EngineerThis opportunity resides with Warfare Systems, a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes-regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:Know & Grow Your People - Commit to learning and supporting team success.Build Relationships - Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.Take Ownership - Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve.Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.Act with Urgency - Take initiative and follow through with purpose.These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.Huntington Ingalls Industries, Mission Technologies is currently seeking an RF Communications Test Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidates work well in an agile, fast moving culture and has a fundamental passion and curiosity to learn. This position is located at Wright Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), Ohio and is within a commutable distance from Beavercreek, Fairborn, Dayton, and Riverside.Essential Job Responsibilities:Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on RF communication systems, providing technical guidance for test and evaluation activities.Conduct independent and detailed satellite communications link budget analysis to predict and validate end-to-end system performance; independently research and estimate relevant performance parameters.Analyze RF signal paths and system geometry, with a focus on space vehicle orientation and pointing angles.Evaluate the performance of RF communications systems, including components such as satellite ground stations, transponders, and user terminals.Model and simulate RF systems and atmospheric effects to forecast performance and support test planning.Design and build RF communications systems, associated components and test apparatuses.Coordinate directly with customers to exchange data, define clear test requirements, report findings, and ensure system validation meets their needs.Rapidly learn and master new RF technologies and test methodologies to support evolving project demands.Travel 10-20%Minimum Qualifications:2 - 15+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Astronautical Engineering, or a related engineering field OR0 - 13+ years experience with Masters in Electrical Engineering, Astronautical Engineering, or a related engineering field ORHigh School Diploma or equivalent and 6 - 19+ years relevant experience3 years of experience relevant to RF test engineering and satellite communications system analysis.Strong background in analyzing RF communication systems.Proficiency in MATLAB or similar tools for data analysis, modeling, and simulation. MS Excel proficiency.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong technical writing skills for writing test reports, and supporting documentation.Strong communication skills for effective coordination with customers and team members.Minimum Secret clearance required to startApplicant must be able to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance with enhanced security checksPreferred Requirements:Programming (C, C++, python) and FPGA developmentExperience with satellite communicationsMasters degree in relevant field