Cellular / Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer – II (Electronics Engineer, Except Computer) in Arlington, Virginia at IDS International

IDS delivers innovative, mission-focused solutions that support national security and critical operations. Our teams combine deep technical expertise with operational excellence to solve complex challenges across defense and government environments. At IDS, you’ll contribute to cutting-edge programs supporting advanced communications and training systems.

Muscatatuck, Indiana

IDS is seeking a skilled Cellular / Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer II to support advanced telecommunications and spectrum operations in a DoD environment. This role focuses on cellular system operations, RF engineering, and spectrum coordination to support cyber training and test range activities.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with modern cellular technologies, frequency management, and regulatory coordination to ensure effective and compliant communications environments.

• Support operations and maintenance of cellular and RF systems across training environments
• Configure and manage 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G cellular technologies
• Perform frequency management and spectrum coordination to support mission requirements
• Coordinate with license owners and stakeholders for spectrum usage
• Develop and submit FCC licensing applications, including Experimental Special Temporary Authority (STA) requests
• Coordinate and deconflict spectrum usage to enable training objectives and operational readiness
• Analyze performance of telecommunication systems and transmission media
• Support integration of cellular infrastructure within cyber range environments

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Spectrum Management, or related discipline
  OR equivalent experience in lieu of degree

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in:
  • Cellular system operations
  • Radio Frequency (RF) engineering
  • Spectrum management
• Hands-on experience with:
  • 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies
  • Cellular frequency coordination and management
• Experience with:
  • FCC licensing processes, including Experimental STA applications or similar
  • Coordinating and deconflicting spectrum with stakeholders
• Strong understanding of:
  • Telecommunication equipment and transmission media
  • System components and communication architectures
• Practical knowledge of:
  • Telecommunications methods, techniques, and operational best practices

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Experience in DoD or training range environments
• Knowledge of emerging wireless and RF technologies
• Ability to coordinate across technical teams and external stakeholders
• Strong documentation and communication skills

• Active Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) required

Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.

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