Chartis Federal ยท 1 week ago
Radio Frequency Engineer
Chartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. The RF Engineer will be responsible for the design, integration, and modernization of wireless communication systems, requiring expertise in RF engineering and wireless technologies to optimize system performance and conduct field testing.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyPublic SafetySecurity
Responsibilities
Design, integration and modernization of wireless communications systems (point to point, mesh and mobile)
Understand wireless communications technologies and concepts
Gather customer requirements, determine requirements, develop solutions; provide preliminary designs, cost estimates; support procurement and implementation of wireless communications systems
Compare wireless communications systems specifications to requirements and perform system performance validation including field testing
Understand link budgets, microwave path analysis, mobile coverage analysis, interference analysis using computer simulation and data analysis tools
Evaluate and design power systems supporting wireless communications systems including solar power
Experience planning transport and routing of IP data through gateways, switches and routers, document in network diagrams
Deploy and support wireless communications systems in the field, ability to troubleshoot and resolve connectivity issues
Qualification
Required
Education BS in Electrical Engineering or other BS degrees relevant to job responsibilities
DHS Tier 2 Background Investigation (BI) or DOD Secret with current investigation required to convert to DHS Tier 2 BI
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience
Experience compiling technical recommendations, white papers, analysis reports, or executive briefings
Excellent demonstratable written, inter-personal communications and management skills
History working with vendors and project teams
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Retirement plans with company contributions
Professional development opportunities and career growth support