Senior RF/Spectrum Systems Engineer

M9 Solutions is seeking a Senior RF/Spectrum Systems Engineer to work on-site in support of a government contract for a client located in Egg Harbor, NJ. An active Public Trust clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Leads radar testing across L, S, C, X, Ku, and Ka frequency bands using FMCW, pulse Doppler, and other waveforms (including Phased Array antenna technologies).
• Leads testing of mitigation devices operating in other frequency bands (VHF/UHF/Microwave).
• Conducts precise RF measurements (power, gain, EIRP, spectrum occupancy) and evaluates electromagnetic compatibility (EM/EMC) for spectral compliance.
• Performs near-field and far-field antenna range measurements in controlled or operational environments.
• Conducts rigorous spectrum interference testing at active airports prior to Counter-UAS deployment.
• Develops, executes, and oversees detailed test plans, test cards, and structured evaluation frameworks.
• Manages vendor systems during deployment, troubleshooting, data collection, and teardown.
• Establishes selection criteria for UAS platforms used in evaluations, alongside performance metrics and pass/fail criteria.
• Documents all RD/T&E activities to contribute to federal guidance on the selection, procurement, deployment, and management of Counter-UAS systems as well as RF-specific measurement equipment.
• Conducts thorough RF hazard analyses and safety assessments prior to open-air testing.
• Translates complex RD/T&E data into performance specification frameworks using modeling, simulation, and analysis tools to shape federal advisory circulars.
• Utilizes technical data tools to model and analyze spectrum environments and system capabilities.
• Creates multi-airport Counter-UAS operational recommendations and best practices aligned with Safety Risk Management (SRM) principles.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Public Trust security clearance.
• Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Systems, Mechanical (preferred), or other technical discipline. Non-U.S. degrees must be ABET accredited.
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in RF, radar, or spectrum management.
• Proven experience using spectrum analyzers and other equipment to test, evaluate, and characterize complex RF devices and environments for FCC/NTIA compliance.
• Demonstrated success in conducting open-air RF/spectrum data collection.
• Ability to evaluate the functional capabilities of complex technologies with minimal supervision.
• Highly collaborative with strong technical writing and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to independently plan and deliver projects with high-quality, on-time results.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs. during field deployments.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Direct experience developing or executing structured test plans for aviation or defense technologies.
• Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, JMP, or advanced Excel).
• Familiarity with Safety Risk Management (SRM) principles or airport operations.

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