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We are seeking a RF / Electrical Systems Engineer – Test Range Infrastructure to support our customer in Crane, Indiana. This position provides RF and electrical engineering support to NSWC Crane’s RF Experimentation & Demonstration Branch (MXQT), with emphasis on signal communications management, stable power distribution, and test range electrical/telecommunications infrastructure supporting Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (CIED) and Counter-Unmanned Systems (CUxS) testing. The work is primarily office- and lab-based, with periodic field support for test events.

This role requires in-person support.

Duties

• Provide RF and electrical engineering support for signal communications management and power distribution in support of MXQT test and evaluation activities.
• Design, analyze, evaluate, and optimize electrical and electronic test range infrastructure, including wired and wireless communications systems.
• Manage and support fiber-to-cellular wireless tower architecture and associated telecommunications infrastructure.
• Manage and evaluate test range power distribution systems and support improvements to reliability, safety, and operational performance.
• Perform power system studies and engineering evaluations, including steady state, short circuit, dynamic stability, transient, harmonic, flicker, switching overvoltage, lightning, energization, and related analyses.
• Apply technical knowledge of electronics principles to troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and RF-related issues.
• Conduct electrical and RF measurements on systems and components using specialized diagnostic and test equipment.
• Support testing and evaluation of CIED and CUxS threat devices and associated processes.
• Evaluate equipment design, assess system performance, and provide recommendations for technical improvement.
• Test, evaluate, troubleshoot, repair, and support fiber optic and copper cable systems used in lab and range environments.
• Support fielded power and communication cabling through design, evaluation, maintenance, management, and repair on test ranges.
• Prepare support-equipment reports and related engineering documentation supporting system readiness and customer decision-making.
• May perform quality assurance testing of assemblies and equipment fabricated by technicians.
• Support work in both laboratory and outdoor field environments, including testing in variable weather and operational conditions.

Desired Education

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline.

Desired Experience

• 3+ years of related professional experience in electrical engineering, RF systems, telecommunications, or test infrastructure support.
• Working knowledge of power and energy distribution, wireless telecommunications, and RF signal design/processing.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, including high and low voltage, power, current, and resistance.
• Proficiency with RF circuit schematics and RF design, including RF power, attenuation, filters, diplexers, antennas, and loads.
• Understanding of RF transmission concepts, including scattering parameters and RF power-flow behavior.
• Understanding of antenna theory and design, including physical geometry, material properties, and feed network impacts on coverage and efficiency.
• Experience conducting RF measurements, including RF power, frequency, occupied bandwidth, and modulation assessment.
• Familiarity with RF communication standards, modulation schemes, and communication protocols.
• Practical knowledge of wireless digital signal behavior, system tradeoffs, and environmental effects on performance.
• Familiarity with 3G, 4G, and 5G cellular technologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially in explaining technical matters clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) credentials.
• Fiber optic certifications such as CFOT, CFOS/T, CFOS/D, CFOT S/O, CFOS/FC, or CFOS/W.
• OSHA 10/30 training or related hazard management experience.
• Experience supporting test ranges, RF labs, field instrumentation, or military telecommunications infrastructure.
• Experience with CIED, CUxS, EW systems, or threat-device test environments.
• Ability to support occasional field events, limited travel, and non-standard shifts as mission needs require.

Work Environment

• Primarily on site with a mix of office and laboratory work, plus field support during test events.
• Expected work split is approximately 80% on site / 20% in field support.
• May require occasional travel and support during 2nd or 3rd shift hours.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

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