Senior Electrical Engineer

Jacksonville, FL, US • Posted 6 hours ago • Updated 6 hours ago

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Skills

Science
Avionics
Research and Development
System Requirements
Manufacturing
ROOT
Engineering Support
Collaboration
Professional Development
Mentorship
Management
Wireless Communication
Electronic Engineering
Mechatronics
RF Engineering
Design Analysis
Signal Processing
Digital Signal Processing
Systems Modeling
Antennas
MATLAB
HFSS
Hardware Development
Security Clearance
Electrical Engineering
Testing
RF
Electronic Warfare
DoD
Acquisition
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2610396

Location: Jacksonville, FL, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-18

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: ORA_ON_SITE

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

Design, develop, and integrate of electronic warfare systems, subsystems, and components for airborne platforms.
Execute research and development programs related to RF systems and Electronic Countermeasures by applying established engineering principles and methods.
Analyze system requirements, threat data, and platform specifications to create innovative technical solutions and robust system architectures.
Develop detailed engineering designs and specifications; determine critical project requirements, including materials, manufacturing techniques and validation processes.
Conduct and lead system and subsystem testing, including laboratory, ground, and flight test events. Analyze test data to identify root-cause issues and draft recommendations for design modifications.
Provide in-service engineering support for fleet EW and RF systems, including troubleshooting, maintenance support, and reliability/maintainability analysis.
Evaluate system performance, reliability data, and failure histories to propose and implement significant design improvements.
Collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, and technical specialists to drive project objectives and ensure mission success.

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.
- 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.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2610396
Posted 6 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

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 include 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 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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