Electromagnetic Spectrum Analyst

$74K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in spectrum analysis and RF engineering
  • Expertise in evaluating spectrum dependent technologies such as radars and communications systems
  • Ability to diagnose issues and recommend resolution methods
  • Experience in conducting vulnerability and risk assessments in military contexts
  • Must possess an Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, including international travel
  • Valid US passport required

Responsibilities

  • Conduct integrated assessments to evaluate mission system survivability
  • Identify vulnerabilities in Defense Critical Infrastructure against threats
  • Perform site surveys and mission analysis prior to assessments
  • Carry out onsite vulnerability and risk assessments
  • Prepare post-assessment documentation and follow-up reports

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan participation
  • Flexible work schedules to accommodate personal needs
  • Life insurance options available
Full Job Description

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Electromagnetic Spectrum Analyst to join our team! In this role you will get to perform integrated, multidisciplinary assessments that assess survivability of critical U.S. Air Force mission systems, infrastructures, and assets.

The Air Force Mission Assurance Assessment Team requires highly specialized technical, analytical, and investigative support services to develop and conduct comprehensive assessments of an Installation and/or Facility.

This challenging and exciting work will provide you with the opportunity to travel CONUS and OCONUS to the most important Air Force systems and critical infrastructure to ensure the survivability of any threat or attack. This is an exciting opportunity to experience travelling to destinations around the world and protecting mission critical infrastructure.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Assessing supporting Defense Critical Infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities, which can be exploited by the UAS threat.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Expert in applying Radio Frequency (RF) engineering principles to evaluate spectrum dependent technologies.
  • Must have familiarization with a wide variety of spectrum dependent systems including radars, communications, data links, SATCOM, and GPS technologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to determine root causes and recommend methods of resolution; and provide expert advice on the development, integration, operation of and planning for spectrum specific countermeasure.
  • 5+ years experience required.
  • Understand how to conduct 1) Pre-Assessment Phase activities (e.g., Mission Analysis and Pre-Site Survey (PSS) work); 2) Assessment Phase activities to include onsite vulnerability and risk assessments; and 3) Post-Assessment Phase activities (e.g., Post Analysis, Report Writing, and MAJCOM follow-up, etc.).
  • Must have an Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
  • Must be able to travel up to 25% per year.
  • Must have a valid US passport.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Ability to conduct assessments
  • Be able to provide specific SME assistance to Technical Support Projects (TSPs);
  • Provide Design Review assistance; and provide technical assistance to the Home Team.  

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Salary Range: $74,800.00 - $130,900.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.

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