Job Title

ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRUM MANAGER I

Location

Huntsville, AL 35806 US (Primary)

Category

Information Technology

Job Type

Full-Time

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Job Description

Ignite is currently seeking a driven, detail-Electromagnetic Spectrum Manager to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Spectrum Management Office (SMO) within the Office of the Chief Engineer. This role focuses on advancing mission-critical initiatives through comprehensive spectrum lifecycle management-including system certification, frequency authorization, interference resolution, and global deployment coordination.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Provide direct operational and administrative support to the MDA SMO (CED) under the Specialty Engineering Director.
• Manage and maintain the Frequency Authorization tracker for all MDA missions, ensuring absolute data accuracy and consistency.
• Develop, author, and submit System Certifications (DD1494) utilizing STEPSTONE and EL-CID programs.
• Develop, coordinate, and submit frequency authorization requests utilizing Spectrum XXI (SXXI) for developmental, fielded, and new systems.
• Develop, update, and maintain critical reports and databases to support operational and engineering activities.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve electromagnetic interference (EMI) issues between developmental and deployed systems.
• Document standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and technical solutions to support knowledge sharing and team efficiency.
• Develop, update, compile, and submit Host Nation Coordination (HNC) packets and Site Surveys for globally deploying systems.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree
• 7+ years of relevant experience
• Active Secret Clearance
• Understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) theory and electromagnetic principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strict attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and Teams.

Desired Qualifications
• Graduate of a military spectrum management school
• 4+ years of experience within federal/DoW spectrum management
• Ability to obtain / Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance
• Experience with Spectrum XXI (SXXI)
• Knowledge of the NTIA Manual (Redbook)
• Experience with the GEMSIS suite (Stepstone, Host Nation Spectrum Worldwide Database Online [HNSWD-O], Joint Spectrum Data Repository [JSDR], Integrated Spectrum Desktop)
• Knowledge of electromagnetic propagation modeling, wave behavior, and signal attenuation
• Experience with Mat-lab or other programming languages
• Knowledge of the Joint Spectrum Interference Resolution Online (JSIR-O) portal
• Experience with NTIA EL-CID
• Knowledge of standard engineering practices
• Experience with automation tools or programming/scripting languages to aid in data analysis

Security Clearance Requirements:

Must have an active Secret Security Clearance

Education Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in STEM Discipline