
Software Defined Radio Engineer
at Booz Allen Hamilton
Posted 6 days ago
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- Compensation
- $86,800 – $198,000 USD
- City
- Not specified
- Country
- United States
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Join Booz Allen as a Software Defined Radio Engineer to develop hardware and software for SDR and RF systems, guiding projects from requirements through deployment. You'll translate mission needs into technical specifications, work with a multidisciplinary team, and apply RF design and signal processing expertise using tools like GNU Radio and USRP. The role requires 3+ years of experience in signal processing, RF engineering, and SDR applications, along with a TS/SCI clearance. Mentorship and potential leadership on cross-functional projects are part of the opportunity.
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Job Description
The Opportunity:
Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact on national security? You understand your customer’s environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. You will work with a varied group of professionals to satisfy mission partner requirements. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer-focused engineering solution.
In this role, you will orchestrate the development of a hardware and software system through its entire lifecycle, from requirements determination through operations and system retirement, with an emphasis Software Defined Radios and RF domain expert involvement, risk or opportunity management, and tailoring of processes to meet the needs of the specific project. You will apply advanced consulting skills, extensive technical expertise, and full industry knowledge. You’ll develop innovative solutions to complex problems and work without considerable direction. You’ll mentor and may supervise other team members.
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You Have:
3+ years of experience in signal processing, RF engineering, and programming languages such as C++, Python, or VHDL
3+ years of experience in SDR applications
Experience with tools such as GNU Radio, USRP hardware, and SDR frameworks
Experience with RF design, testing, troubleshooting, and optimization tools
Experience with projects that integrate multiple types of technology, utilizing RF systems such as backhaul and transport
Knowledge of RF principles, antenna theory, and propagation models
Ability to troubleshoot complex systems involving RF technologies
Ability to present technical information to non-technical stakeholders
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor's degree
Nice If You Have:
Experience in project management or leading cross-functional teams
Experience with emerging RF technologies
Ability to work across multiple disciplines, including hardware, software, and system integration for complex systems
Possession of excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Master's degree in an Engineering field
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.
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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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 application process, 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.
Work Model
Our 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.
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.
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