RF Systems Engineer - TS/SCI CI Poly
Insight Global, Aurora, CO, United States
A major defense contractor is seeking a qualified and experienced RF Engineer/Systems Engineer/Hardware Engineer to provide engineering analysis, baseline management, operations and maintenance, system enhancement, and integration support onsite at Buckley Space Force Base. This position will be with the engineering team (20‑person team) and is responsible for ensuring successful operation, maintenance, and sustainment of the hardware associated with a complex high‑priority operational communications system.
Responsibilities
Establishing requirements for new system hardware enhancements
Supporting efforts for new capabilities
Development and refinement of operational/engineering processes and procedures
Technical skills needed
Troubleshoot, document, and resolve system outages and other issues that may be encountered during operation of the system
Collection of diagnostic data
Accurately documenting problems in logging and discrepancy reporting tools
Restoring system operation
Development of workarounds and other activities necessary for recovery of the system
Systems/Hardware Engineer will provide support to include
Storage, retrieval, and manipulation of data for analysis and troubleshooting of system capabilities and requirements
Utilize analytic devices such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes and logic analyzers for troubleshooting
Monitor functioning of equipment and make necessary modifications to ensure the system operates in conformance with specifications
Support the generation of concept of operations (CONOP) and provide recommendations for system architecture
Skills and Requirements
Active TS/SCI with CI polygraph required prior to start date
Years of Experience Required: 4
Prior experience supporting Operations and Maintenance (O&M) ground systems engineering activities for a satellite communications system
Experience generating, analyzing, tracking, and managing requirements
Experience with systems engineering developing and maintaining schematics, analysis, block diagrams, system Bill of Materials (BOMs), and design review packages
Must be able to support occasional travel (both CONUS and OCONUS) and emergency repair trips
Must be able to provide occasional after‑hour call‑in support
Education Level: Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
Influence design performance & cost trade‑off studies for proposed engineering changes
Contribute effectively to design teams and provide technical insight to the team members
Apply previous knowledge and experience to provide recommendations for development of new operational concepts, architecture, and to increase efficiencies within the existing system
Proficient use of Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes
Experience working with vendors for the timely repair and tracking of critical operational hardware
Experience upgrading hardware supported by Windows and Linux based systems
Previous experience working with systems supported by Linux operating systems
Highly articulate with strong written and verbal communications skills
Technical ability to identify and document system related capability enhancements through generation and submittal of White Papers and other submittals
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
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Responsibilities
Establishing requirements for new system hardware enhancements
Supporting efforts for new capabilities
Development and refinement of operational/engineering processes and procedures
Technical skills needed
Troubleshoot, document, and resolve system outages and other issues that may be encountered during operation of the system
Collection of diagnostic data
Accurately documenting problems in logging and discrepancy reporting tools
Restoring system operation
Development of workarounds and other activities necessary for recovery of the system
Systems/Hardware Engineer will provide support to include
Storage, retrieval, and manipulation of data for analysis and troubleshooting of system capabilities and requirements
Utilize analytic devices such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes and logic analyzers for troubleshooting
Monitor functioning of equipment and make necessary modifications to ensure the system operates in conformance with specifications
Support the generation of concept of operations (CONOP) and provide recommendations for system architecture
Skills and Requirements
Active TS/SCI with CI polygraph required prior to start date
Years of Experience Required: 4
Prior experience supporting Operations and Maintenance (O&M) ground systems engineering activities for a satellite communications system
Experience generating, analyzing, tracking, and managing requirements
Experience with systems engineering developing and maintaining schematics, analysis, block diagrams, system Bill of Materials (BOMs), and design review packages
Must be able to support occasional travel (both CONUS and OCONUS) and emergency repair trips
Must be able to provide occasional after‑hour call‑in support
Education Level: Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
Influence design performance & cost trade‑off studies for proposed engineering changes
Contribute effectively to design teams and provide technical insight to the team members
Apply previous knowledge and experience to provide recommendations for development of new operational concepts, architecture, and to increase efficiencies within the existing system
Proficient use of Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes
Experience working with vendors for the timely repair and tracking of critical operational hardware
Experience upgrading hardware supported by Windows and Linux based systems
Previous experience working with systems supported by Linux operating systems
Highly articulate with strong written and verbal communications skills
Technical ability to identify and document system related capability enhancements through generation and submittal of White Papers and other submittals
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
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