Radio Frequency Engineer
About the job
- A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and more than 5 years of experience is required for Level II, or a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and more than 15 years of experience is required for Level III.
- An active Secret clearance is required.
- Analyze and develop wireless communications networks for Soldier borne systems.
- Conduct radio traffic analysis, system design, frequency planning, interference analysis, and performance optimization for Soldier borne systems.
- Evaluate candidate wireless solutions and make recommendations based on mission requirements and the RF environment.
- Identify critical spectrum management aspects affecting the development and application of new wireless sensors.
- Develop and maintain System Security Plan documentation for Soldier borne RF systems.
- Develop and maintain architecture for Soldier borne RF systems.
- Perform and document optimization techniques, including antenna selection, transmit power, and antenna clearance within Soldier borne constraints.
- Lead, manage, and coordinate RF planning, system design, system employment, and system security activities.
- Serve as the RF subject matter expert for technical aspects of assigned programs, represent the program or project executive office at technical and system-level meetings, and support meetings with other Department of Defense agencies.
- Support wireless efforts at U.S. Army laboratories and serve as a liaison.
- Perform top-level design, development, integration, testing, installation, and troubleshooting.
- Translate military operational and mission requirements into practical system concepts and performance specifications.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, engineering drawings, system interface requirements, and engineering changes.
- Participate in post-award activities, program reviews, design reviews, and integrated product teams as the project engineer or technical expert on assigned programs.
- Evaluate design efforts for engineering-discipline integration and adequacy of analyses, bringing in additional technical expertise as needed.
- Review test plans, procedures, and reports for technical adequacy on government and contractor tests, including failure reports.
- Review and evaluate system performance against specification requirements, monitor and assess field performance, and assess risk of meeting user and specification requirements.
- Initiate engineering change proposals and waivers or deviations as required, and conduct physical and functional configuration audits.
- Review program management documents for accuracy and adequacy of technical content.
- UAV/UAS experience is a plus.
About the company
MAG Aerospace provides and enables technology for real-time situational understanding by operating and maintaining both manned fixed-wing aircraft and unmanned systems that deliver ISR capabilities. It also offers chartered fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft services for missions worldwide. The company runs over 200 aircraft, 30+ Operations Centers, and a team of about 1,700 professionals serving government, international, civilian, and commercial customers under long-term contracts for operation, maintenance, and technical services, plus C5ISR integration, training, and support. MAG differentiates itself through its integrated mix of manned and unmanned ISR platforms, global reach, and end-to-end aviation and technical services aimed at improving clients' situational awareness and operational effectiveness.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Woodbridge, Virginia
Founded
2009
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- MAG won the $151B SHIELD IDIQ on January 13, 2026, broadening missile-defense exposure.
- MAG secured the $249M NAWCAD SCI MAC in 2025, reinforcing Navy customer depth.
- Leadership hires like Chris Pateras on February 28, 2026 strengthen growth and Latin America execution.
What critics are saying
- GAO denied MAG's February 2, 2026 protest, handing ManTech the $96.5M NetMod contract.
- MAG's protest losses show weaker recompete performance against ManTech and other incumbents.
- A failed task-order win cycle in 2026 can erode Army trust and future RS3 awards.
What makes MAG Aerospace unique
- MAG Aerospace combines ISR aviation, C5ISR integration, and classified systems engineering.
- MAG won the $151B SHIELD IDIQ on January 13, 2026, signaling deep Pentagon access.
- MAG's aircraft fleet and 30-plus operations centers support deployed, real-time mission execution.
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Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Vacation
Professional Development Budget
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Work Hours
Company News
Chris Pateras joins MAG. 28February 2026 MAG Aerospace, a premier innovator of defense technology solutions that enable decision superiority, is pleased to announce the hiring of Chris Pateras as Vice President for Strategy, Growth, and Operations. Chris joins MAG Aerospace with more than 30 years of Special Operations experience and 25 years of deep, on-the-ground engagement throughout Latin America. Over the course of his career, he has supported complex security cooperation initiatives, counter-narcotics operations, counterterrorism efforts, and partner force development across the region. His extensive regional expertise, combined with decades of operational leadership in high-risk, dynamic environments, positions him to make an immediate impact within the organization. Throughout his distinguished career in Special Operations, Pateras has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to mission success, strategic planning, and building enduring partnerships. His 25 years working across Latin America and elsewhere strengthened interoperability with allied forces, enhanced regional security collaboration, and advanced U.S. national security objectives. In his new role, Pateras will contribute to advancing MAG's defense technology solutions to enable customers to gain a decision advantage across the globe.
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