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RF Engineer
Job ID: 2611643
Location: Jacksonville, FL, United States
Date Posted: Apr 17, 2026
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Electrical Engr
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret
Potential for Remote Work: On-Site
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Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a professional RF Engineer responsible for the development and sustainment of mission-critical airborne Electronic Warfare (EW) systems and countermeasure designs. The engineer will apply professional knowledge and skills to a variety of projects involving advanced RF systems and airborne avionics. This role is focused on solving complex engineering challenges by designing, integrating, and testing advanced EW systems under the guidance of senior technical staff.
As a key contributor to the PMA-272 portfolio, the engineering efforts will directly enhance the capabilities of fleet assets, ensuring the operational effectiveness and strategic protection of our nation's aircraft.
II. Major Duties and Responsibilities
Professional Development and Growth
This role provides opportunities to work on the forefront of RF and EW technology, with direct mentorship from some of the most knowledgeable technical experts in the field. You will contribute to critical Navy programs, ensuring the safety and operational effectiveness of naval aviators. You will also have the chance to attend industry conferences, gain professional certifications, and work on one of the most advanced portfolios of airborne EW systems in the world.
Impact: Your contributions will have a direct effect on enhancing fleet readiness and countermeasure capabilities, empowering naval forces to maintain operational superiority in contested environments.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Wireless Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Experience:
Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in RF engineering, including design, analysis, and testing (including testing in an anechoic chamber).
Demonstrated expertise in RF signal processing, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), antenna theory, and system modeling.
Practical knowledge of Electronic Warfare (EW) systems, including receivers, exciters, antennas, jamming technologies, and threat parameter analysis.
Technical Proficiency: Experience with engineering tools and simulation software such as MATLAB, HFSS, CST, AWR, or similar. Strong understanding of DRFM technology, advanced jammer techniques, and RF hardware development.
Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance or eligibility to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Systems, or Electronic Warfare technologies.
In-depth familiarity with Navy platforms, operational considerations, and mission environments.
Experience with flight testing and qualification of airborne RF/EW systems.
Knowledge of electromagnetic interference mitigation and advanced countermeasure techniques.
Familiarity with Department of Defense acquisition and system sustainment processes.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
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