RF Systems Engineer

Senior RF Systems EngineerFTS International, LLC (FTS) is committed to providing the Federal Government with quality consultants and support. To ensure mission success we focus on putting our customers first while minimizing corporate bureaucracy on our staff. We provide Subject Matter Experts (SME) free of Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) focused on independent analysis and mission support services within the disciplines of Engineering, Counter Terrorism Operations, Management, Information Technology, Signals Analysis, Administration, Cyber Security and Linguistics.FTS has an opportunity for an Senior RF Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA.The Senior RF Systems Engineer provides management and outreach support to the government customer RF Program Manager.Responsibilities:Utilize knowledge and background in RF technology and development to support a government program manager in technical evaluation, project management, and execution of RF technology research and development (R&D)Support Technical Exchange Meetings related to ground system, space vehicle, and launch vehicle contract executionAdvise RF PM on technical aspects of the RF portfolioPlan and support technology maturation throughout the R&D lifecyclePlan and execute all budgetary aspects of the R&D ProgramGuide future RF technology development strategy and roadmapsSupport transition of mature RF hardware to system program offices for flight developmentSurvey state-of-the-art RF technologies and provide technical recommendationsDrive advancement of resiliency activities/initiatives in RF technologySupport all phases of the acquisition strategy and processDevelop requests for proposals, statements of work, requirements, contract data requirements list (CDRL) and other required solicitation/contract documentsSupport acquisition source selection activities as a technical advisor on RF-related technologies and componentsInteract with outside agencies to include DoD, NASA, National Labs and UniversitiesIdentify and advise customers on relevant current and emerging technologies, as well as tasks affecting the management of the R&D portfolioAssist with the oversight of technology development contracts and build status briefings for government customers and industry partnersRequired Skills/Qualifications:TS/SCI with polygraphBS STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) in engineering discipline20+ years' relevant experienceExperience developing and coordinating technology roadmaps with multiple agenciesStrong professional network in RF-related fields (government, academia, and industry)Strong technical acquisitions background (Prior government agency acquisitions/contracts management experience a plus)Desired Skills/Qualifications:MS STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) in engineering disciplineExpected Salary Range: $170,000 - $220,000 per year. Placement within the range is determined by qualifications, job-related criteria, experience, internal equity and market considerations. In addition, FTS International, LLC has benefits offerings in addition to salary to include Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.FTS International, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer – vets/disabled.