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RF Engineer

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Herndon, VA
Top Secret Polygraph not specified
Career Level not specified
$225,000 - $275,000

Job Description

Steely is a fast-growing, high-tech, mission-driven company based out of Reston, Virginia that prides itself on delivering technical and mission-related solutions that allow our customers to succeed in achieving their most challenging goals. We are a close-knit team of highly motivated and skilled individuals that are focused on a commitment to facing the most complex and difficult efforts head-on with a balance of creativity and discipline, and an unwavering nerve.    

Our Team embraces the concept that the sky's the limit. Regardless of where you are at in your career, our goal is to work with you to refine your skills, add to your technical tool belt, and aid you in your growth as a professional.  We offer growth opportunities such as leadership training, industry conferences, and mentorship from experienced, passionate individuals.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Prior experience supporting customers in remote field locations; operations experience; training development and delivery experience 
CONUS and OCONUS travel as dictated by mission support requirements 
Ability to design, test, evaluate radio / RF communications systems 
Ability to independently assemble and operate electronic and mechanical equipment including antennas and satellite dishes in field environments 
Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on all equipment and procedures for Steely’s products 
Provide flexible daily office hours as needed to support customers and deployed systems 
Maintain and support existing RF infrastructure 
Observe and follow proper safety precautions in performance of all work 
Work may require physical effort in the handling of materials, boxes, or equipment 

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a similar technical degree 
Experience with RF and signals and communications concepts. Topics include software defined radio, I/Q capture, spectrum survey, signal modulation and coding, multiple access schemes, etc.; HAM radio or other practical experience desired 
Must have experience providing maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, calibration and upgrades of electronics and communication products 
Must have direct experience with systems supporting wireless protocols including VSAT or other satellite communications 
Must be a committed team player and work well with other contractors and vendor partners under adverse conditions 
Must have strong customer relationship and communication skills 
Must have established troubleshooting technical skills and be able to clearly articulate issues to design engineers; capturing issue and writing trouble reports as necessary 
Experience using test equipment such as spectrum analyzers and network analyzers to perform signal survey, analysis, and troubleshooting 
Familiarity and comfort with RF componentry including specifying, evaluating, testing, and troubleshooting 
Strong flexibility to adapt in a dynamic environment with frequently changing requirements 
Familiarity with basic scripting or programming and automation (Python, BASH, etc) is highly desirable 
Comfort working with Linux based systems and basic computer networking 
Systems test engineering experience 
Technical leadership and organizational skills to manage multiple project

OUR BENEFITS

401(k) match of 6% with immediate vesting 
Highly subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
Legal Resources Plan 
Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave (not combined as Paid Time Off) 
11 Federal Holidays 
Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability coverage paid for by the company 
Free drinks and snacks 
Company sponsored weekly breakfast or lunch 
Holiday parties and networking events 
Participation in several charitable events 

COMPENSATION

We believe in paying fairly and competitively based on the value each team member brings to the role. Individual compensation is determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, location, and market data. The anticipated salary range for this position is $225,000 - $275,000 annually.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, national origin, color, age, military service eligibility or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected class. We encourage and support workplace diversity.
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