Remote Electrical Engineering Postdoctoral Research Jobs in Washington, DC

Radio Frequency (RF) Electrical Engineer

Job Location: Remote

Position Overview

Syneren Technologies Corporation is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Radio Frequency (RF) Electrical Engineer to support federal government customers engaged in radio frequency (RF) spectrum management, satellite communications engineering, and telecommunications policy initiatives. This position supports mission-critical engineering activities involving RF systems analysis, satellite communications, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), interference studies, spectrum planning, and regulatory coordination. 
The selected candidate will perform engineering analyses, develop technical studies, and provide recommendations supporting the protection and efficient use of radio frequency spectrum resources. Responsibilities include satellite communications analysis, RF modeling and simulation, propagation studies, technical documentation, and participation in technical working groups addressing current and emerging wireless and satellite technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform RF engineering analyses, modeling, and simulation to evaluate communications system performance.

• Develop satellite link budgets using industry-standard methodologies and engineering tools.

• Utilize MATLAB to conduct satellite communications analysis, RF system modeling, propagation analysis, and performance simulations.

• Perform RF propagation studies, including atmospheric attenuation, rain fade, cloud attenuation, and other environmental effects.

• Conduct electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) analyses.

• Evaluate RF spectrum utilization, frequency assignments, and spectrum sharing scenarios.

• Analyze domestic and international spectrum allocation and regulatory proposals.

• Support technical analyses involving satellite communications systems, radar systems, terrestrial wireless systems, microwave systems, and Earth stations.

• Conduct interference analyses for fixed, mobile, satellite, and broadcast services.

• Interpret and apply FCC, NTIA, and ITU regulations, recommendations, and engineering standards.

• Support technical preparations for domestic and international spectrum management activities, including technical working groups and regulatory meetings.

• Prepare engineering reports, technical memoranda, white papers, presentations, and executive briefings.

• Research emerging wireless technologies, spectrum-sharing methodologies, and regulatory developments.

• Participate in customer meetings and technical exchanges.

• Provide engineering recommendations supporting system design, spectrum certification, and acquisition activities.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a closely related technical discipline from an accredited institution.

Experience

One of the following:

• Demonstrated experience using MATLAB to perform satellite communications analysis, link budget analysis, RF system modeling, or related engineering simulations.

OR

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field who has a strong desire and aptitude to learn satellite communications and RF spectrum engineering.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex technical data and develop engineering solutions.

• Excellent research skills, including the ability to interpret technical literature, engineering standards, and regulatory documentation.

• Strong understanding of RF engineering principles, antenna theory, RF propagation, modulation techniques, and digital communications.

• Knowledge of satellite communications systems and RF link budget analysis.

• Familiarity with spectrum management principles and frequency coordination processes.

• Experience with engineering analysis software such as MATLAB; familiarity with Visualyse, STK, HFSS, ADS, Simulink, or similar tools is preferred.

• Ability to prepare technical documentation, engineering reports, and presentations.

Professional Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.

• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality technical work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal government engineering or spectrum management programs.

• Knowledge of FCC, NTIA, and ITU regulations and spectrum management processes.

• Experience supporting satellite communications, radar systems, weather systems, Earth observation systems, or public safety communications.

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Security Requirements

 
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or other federal security clearance, as required by the assigned program.

U.S. citizenship required.