Chenega MIOS SBU is hiring : Radio Frequency (RF) Test Engineer in Sierra Vista

Radio Frequency (RF) Test Engineer

Sierra Vista, AZ Join our Talent Network

Overview

Radio Frequency (RF) Test Engineer

Ft. Huachuca, AZ

Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!

Chenega IT Enterprise Services (CITES) offers forward-thinking technology solutions to federal agencies and the DoD. Formed in 2016 to serve federal customers CONUS, CITES has grown quickly into a best practices leader for the modern federal enterprise.

The Radio Frequency (RF) Test Engineer will support the testing of vendor provided developmental and production hardware and software. This role requires a deep understanding of RF principles, test methodologies, and the ability to work with advanced test equipment and emerging technologies. The engineer will perform engineering-based functions ensuring the combined RF test lab successfully executes standards conformance and interoperability certification testing. The RF Lab testing functional areas include High Frequency, Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Satellite Communications, and Very High Frequency / UHF Line of Sight. The selected candidate will provide subject matter expertise on technical RF testing issues and recommendations on relevant testing or necessary modifications to maintain the lab's independent waveform testing systems. This position is 100% on-site in a government facility.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and modify existing test plans and procedures to determine if existing procedures are sufficient for a waveform test technician to execute. Investigate new ways of testing requirements to increase efficiency or accuracy.

Develop new test plans and procedures.

Attend working group meetings for new and existing standards.

Execute test equipment setup. Perform functionality checks on equipment. Set up and configure equipment for new and existing capabilities using waveform-specific test kits made up of all test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment necessary to test a terminal's military standard compliance.

Provide engineering assistance to the test team technicians before, during, and after test execution.

Recommend equipment, facility, or capability for upgrade, replacement, or discontinuation associated with the annual lab modernization effort.

Develop test scripts, programs, and procedures to automate testing and increase lab efficiency.

Provide recommendations on candidate subtests for reevaluation following a comprehensive review of vendor-provided documentation noting RF terminal software and hardware changes that have been previously assessed / certified.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field

5+ years of experience in RF testing and validation

This position requires an active Secret security clearance on the hire date with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance. Current TS / SCI is desired

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Strong understanding of RF principles and test methodologies.

Proficiency with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Experience with troubleshooting and debugging RF systems and components.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Proactive and self-motivated with a passion for continuous improvement.

Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block

Knowledge of automated test scripts and software tools.

Knowledge of RF test equipment such as scopes, power meters, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.

Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills.

Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Ability to handle large, complex workloads, effectively coordinate multiple resources, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluation methods and techniques.

Ability to handle controversial situations with tact and diplomacy.

How you’ll grow

At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn.

We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.

Benefits

At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits.

Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.

Chenega MIOS’s culture

Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.

Corporate citizenship

Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities.

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Our wide range of benefit options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Based on eligibility, benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act, Davis-Bacon Act, or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements.

Chenega Corporation and family of companies is an EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Native preference under PL 93-638.

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program

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Chenega Corporation and family of companies is an EOE. Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled Native preference under PL 93-638. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program

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