RF Electrical Engineer

The Opportunity:

Are you passionate about investigating RF and microwave challenges and working with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical solutions? As an RF microwave engineer on our National Security team, you will be at the forefront of technology, designing, developing, integrating, and testing RF circuits, antennas, and other RF microwave elements into comprehensive systems for signal collection missions.

You’ll join a highly skilled team dedicated to creating innovative solutions for national security applications. As an RF microwave engineer, you’ll guide the architecture and implementation of RF solutions and analysis. You will address complex problems using practical engineering principles and methodologies, delivering solutions that redefine what's possible in RF engineering. You will have autonomy to make impactful decisions, technically contribute, and help shape technical project directions. If you are driven by innovation and eager to make a difference through next-generation RF technology, this role offers a unique and impactful career opportunity.

This is an excellent opportunity if you thrive on innovation, problem-solving, and making a significant impact through advanced RF and signal processing technology. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to safeguarding our national security through technological excellence.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 1+ years of experience with RF hardware and RF software tools in a laboratory setting
• Experience with RF or microwave circuit design, including amplifiers, mixers, oscillators, filters, and antennas, and metrics such as signal to noise and noise figure
• Experience with RF measurement tools, including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and signal generators
• Experience with MATLAB or Python and GitHub for signal processing applications and software or algorithm development
• Experience with RF simulation tools such as Microwave Office, HFSS, or FEKO
• Ability to characterize RF components and troubleshoot and debug RF hardware in laboratory settings
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, adapt to evolving technical needs, and learn and grow in a dynamic engineering environment
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with advanced RF or microwave design techniques such as electromagnetic (EM) simulation
• Experience leading and managing small to medium-sized engineering teams
• Experience with RF to optical conversion and RF photonics
• Knowledge of wireless communication standards such as LTE, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth
• Knowledge of lab automation and scripting to streamline testing processes and data acquisition
• Knowledge of signal processing techniques and algorithms
• Possession of excellent analytical, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.