High Power Radio Frequency Engineer, Senior

Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Location: King George
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

Job Number: R0171861



High Power Radio Frequency Engineer, SeniorThe Challenge:What if you could use your engineering skills to transform the Department of Defense (DoD)? As a High Power Radio Frequency (HPRF) engineer, you understand the power behind complex systems. That knowledge is key when it comes to conceptualizing, designing, and developing advanced HPRF systems for the warfighter. We're looking for an engineer who can use their skills to help advance the state-of-the-art for non-lethal systems to be used within the Fleet.Our team develops DE systems for the Navy and in support of other Services. That's why we need you, a HPRF engineer, with a background in RF, High Voltage, and other DE technologies, to help us design and develop next generation systems. You'll be involved in all aspects of product and system development life cycles from conception to delivery to an end-user. You'll make a direct impact by leading engineering initiatives that will add alternative options to warfighters means to dress real-world missions. We'll look to you to share your engineering expertise through leadership and mentoring junior staff. This is a chance to use your experience-based knowledge in HPRF while broadening your skillset into areas like software development, operational planning, and prototype development. Join us and take on exciting challenges in the DoD.Empower change with us.You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in laboratory and field testing, including establishing test goals, developing test methodologies, organizing and conducting tests, reducing test data, and analyzing results
• 5+ years of experience with HPM and HPRF source testing and evaluation
• 5+ years of experience designing, developing, implementing, testing, and analyzing high-powered, pulsed power-driven microwave systems
• 5+ years of experience designing, developing, fabricating, and testing electronic printed circuit boards
• Experience with digital and analog control systems, power electronics, EMI mitigation techniques, transformer design, DC to DC converters, and high voltage capacitors
• Experience in RF and microwave signal generation and test equipment, vacuum devices, tubes, radars and high-power RF systems, and digital signal processing
• Knowledge of the Naval surface Fleet and missions, including with Naval experimental research programs
• Ability to work both independently with little direction and in highly collaborative environments, including with colleagues, stakeholders, warfighters, sponsors, and other government personnel
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degreeNice If You Have:
  • 10+ years of experience in laboratory and field testing, including establishing test goals, developing test methodologies, organizing and conducting tests, reducing test data, and analyzing results
  • 10+ years of experience with HPM and HPRF source testing and evaluation
  • 10+ years of experience designing, developing, implementing, testing, and analyzing high-powered, pulsed power-driven microwave systems
  • 10+ years of experience designing, developing, fabricating, and testing electronic printed circuit boards
  • 10+ years of experience with high voltage, high peak power spark-gaps, high voltage power supplies, fast transient diagnostics, and electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic countermeasures (EMC) mitigation techniques
  • 5+ years of experience in software engineering related to program development, modeling, or simulation
  • Master's degreeClearance:Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.Build Your Career:When you join Booz Allen, you'll have the opportunity to connect with other professionals doing similar work across multiple markets. You'll share best practices and work through challenges as you gain experience and mentoring to develop your career. In addition, you will have access to a wealth of training resources through our Engineering & Science University, an online learning portal where you can access more than 5000 tech courses, certifications and books. Build your technical skills through hands-on training on the latest tools and tech from our in-house experts. Pursuing certifications that directly impact your role? You may be able to take advantage of our tuition assistance, on-site courses, vendor relationships, and a network of experts who can give you helpful tips. We'll help you develop the career you want as you chart your own course for success.CompensationAt 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 $81,800.00 to $186,000.00 (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.Work ModelOur people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
    • If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
    • If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.EEO CommitmentWe're an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change - no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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