Job#: 3042429 Job Description: Spectrum Analyst
Location: Alexandria, Virginia (Onsite)
Role Overview
Our organization is seeking a Spectrum Analyst for a fast-moving, adaptable task force focused on counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) operations. This role is analyst-heavy, concentrating on the development of policy, doctrine, and procedures. The position requires expertise in radio frequency (RF) spectrum analysis, electronic warfare (EW), and signal identification to support operational planning, technology evaluations, and mission execution. The analyst will leverage advanced analytical tools, including enterprise data platforms, to provide decision support for senior leadership.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.Key Responsibilities
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.
- Conduct spectrum analysis and electromagnetic environment assessments to support C-UAS operations, mission planning, and technology integration.
- Perform vulnerability assessments, SIGINT/EW-related analysis, and interference analysis.
- Develop spectrum utilization plans and provide recommendations to minimize electromagnetic interference and maximize operational effectiveness.
- Utilize enterprise data integration and analytics platforms like Maven Smart System (MSS) and Palantir, along with Power BI and Python, to evaluate RF activity and operational trends.
- Analyze RF emissions, signal characteristics, and communication protocols associated with UAS, C-UAS, and other wireless systems.
- Evaluate the performance of RF sensors, electronic warfare systems, and spectrum monitoring capabilities.
- Collaborate with engineers, operators, and intelligence analysts to develop mission-focused spectrum solutions.
- Develop dashboards, technical reports, and executive briefings to communicate complex information to senior leadership.
- Leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning tools for signal classification, anomaly detection, and threat identification.
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.
- Demonstrated experience in spectrum management, RF analysis, electronic warfare, communications systems, or electromagnetic spectrum operations.
- Experience with enterprise data integration and analytics platforms such as Maven Smart System (MSS) or Palantir.
- Experience developing dashboards and reports using Power BI or similar business intelligence platforms.
- Working knowledge of Python for data analysis, scripting, or RF analytical applications.
- Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools or machine learning applications for spectrum analysis.
- Knowledge of radio frequency propagation, wireless communications, signal analysis, and interference mitigation techniques.
- Experience with RF monitoring equipment, spectrum analyzers, or software-defined radios (SDRs).
- Ability to communicate complex technical findings to senior leadership.
- Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in dynamic mission environments.
- A combination of education and experience is required: BA/BS with 4+ years; AA/AS with 8+ years; or HS/GED with 10+ years.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting defense, intelligence, or homeland security organizations.
- Familiarity with electronic warfare (EW), electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO), SIGINT, RF sensing, and electronic attack technologies.
- Prior military experience with an understanding of operational context, doctrine, or coordination within a federal environment.
- Experience supporting operational test and evaluation, technology demonstrations, or capability development initiatives.
- Knowledge of UAS command and control architectures and RF-based detection systems.
- Experience supporting data fusion, common operating picture development, or operational decision-support systems.
- Familiarity with software-defined radios (SDRs), RF modeling and simulation tools, and digital signal processing (DSP).
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