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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking an RF Data Engineer with specialized expertise in DoD spectrum management, regulatory compliance,  and data engineering to support our cutting-edge Drone Armor counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) program. This critical role requires extensive experience in military spectrum certification processes combined with advanced data science capabilities to ensure Done Armor systems operate effectively within complex electromagnetic environments while maintaining regulatory compliance.

What You'll Be Doing:

RF Spectrum Analysis & Management

Analyze RF spectrum data to identify and characterize drone communication signatures and control frequenciesDevelop and maintain spectrum certification documentation supporting Drone Armor system deploymentsCoordinate frequency assignments and deconfliction efforts with military and civilian spectrum management authoritiesGenerate technical documentation including DD Form 1494 for Drone Armor RF operationsConduct electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) analysis for C-UAS operations

Data Engineering & Analytics

Design and implement data pipelines for real-time RF signal collection, processing, and analysis from Drone Armor sensorsDevelop machine learning models to improve drone detection accuracy and reduce false alarm ratesCreate data visualization dashboards for operational monitoring and system performance assessmentApply advanced analytics to RF spectrum data to identify emerging drone threats and communication protocolsImplement cloud-based data architectures for scalable storage and processing of RF sensor data

System Integration & Testing

Support field testing and evaluation of Drone Armor systems in operational environmentsPerform frequency-dependent analysis to assess system effectiveness across various RF bandsCollaborate with software development teams to integrate RF data processing algorithmsUtilize spectrum databases (Spectrum XXI, JSDR, EL-CID) to support deployment planningConduct Spectrum Supportability Risk Assessments (SSRAs) for Drone Armor acquisitions

Technical Documentation & Coordination

Prepare technical reports documenting RF performance, spectrum utilization, and system capabilitiesSupport Host Nation Coordination activities for international Drone Armor deploymentsAssist with Equipment Spectrum Certification processes per AR 5-12 and DoD 5000.1Maintain awareness of evolving drone technologies and RF communication standards

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

Education

Master’s degree in computer science, electronics engineering OR other engineering or technical discipline is required with 10 yrs of experience OR 10 years of relevant RF/data engineering experience may be substituted for education

Experience

Minimum ten (10) years of experience with Department of Defense (DoD) spectrum management policy, certification, and documentationMinimum eight (8) years of experience in generating DD Form 1494 and reviewing detailed spectrum certification documentsMinimum four (4) years of experience with data engineering, data analytics, or software development

Technical Competencies

Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, R, or similar for data analysisExperience with RF measurement equipment and spectrum analyzersKnowledge of wireless communication protocols and RF propagation principlesFamiliarity with DoD spectrum management policies and proceduresUnderstanding of data engineering principles including ETL processes, data modeling, and database managementExperience with cloud technology platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their application to data engineering workflowsUnderstanding of data mesh architectures and data tagging methodologoiesFamiliarity with electronic phenomena principles as they relate to RF systems and spectrum management

Security & Citizenship

Must be a US CitizenSECRET security clearance is required

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

Advanced Education & Certifications

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or related disciplineProfessional certifications in data science, cloud computing (AWS/Azure/GCP), or RF engineering

Specialized Experience

Experience with counter-drone technologies, electronic warfare, or signals intelligence (SIGINT)Knowledge of commercial and military drone RF signatures and communication protocolsExperience with machine learning/AI applications for RF signal classificationFamiliarity with software-defined radio (SDR) platforms and developmentKnowledge of NTIA Redbook, ITU regulations, and CJCSM 3320.01

Advanced Technical Skills

Experience with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka) for RF data processingProficiency in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for data engineering workflowsExperience with data mesh architectures and modern data governance practicesKnowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and DevOps practicesExperience with real-time data streaming and edge computing applicationsFamiliarity with digital signal processing (DSP) techniques and algorithmsExperience with software coding for data interoperability between DoD spectrum management systems

Database & Tools Experience

Experience accessing spectrum databases: Spectrum XXI, HNSWDO, JSDR, Stepstone, EL-CIDProficiency with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Grafana)Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development environments

Analytical Capabilities

Experience performing Frequency Dependent Rejection and Frequency Distance Separation AnalysisKnowledge of statistical analysis and hypothesis testing methodologiesExperience with electromagnetic modeling and simulation tools

Work Location:

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD (with potential travel to test sites and customer locations)

Security Clearance Requirement:

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

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

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, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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