Barbaricum is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cellular/Radio Frequency Engineer for the MuTC (Muscatatuck Training Center) Cyber Program. The Cellular/Radio Frequency Engineer is a critical role focused on spectrum and radio frequency management within a dynamic operational environment. This position entails managing the planning, development, coordination, and execution of projects related to RF technologies.   The role involves extensive interaction with various cellular frequencies, coordination with license owners, application for FCC licensing, and ensuring electromagnetic compatibility and interference elimination. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical authority on radio communications engineering, spectrum management, and the protection of radio frequency spectrum, ensuring that user operational requirements are technically satisfied and that fielded systems meet performance expectations.

 

Responsibilities:

Oversee all aspects of Spectrum Management, including resolving problems and providing end-user support. Handle FCC Experimental Special Temporary Authority Licensing applications and other FCC licensing applications. Coordinate and deconflict spectrum with customers to facilitate training objectives, managing temporary frequency request and approval records. Serve as a recognized expert in radio communications engineering, spectrum management, and radio frequency spectrum protection. Manage, control, coordinate, and execute assigned projects related to RF technologies, ensuring operational requirements are met. Provide guidance on the spectrum certification process for electromagnetic radiating and receiving equipment, assisting in achieving EMC and eliminating EMI. Control frequency allocations to ensure compatible operation, including frequency deconfliction and surveillance. Evaluate user needs against existing technology to create workable and compatible solutions.

Qualifications:

Must possess an DoD active TS/SCI Clearance. Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience in RF Operations. Certification: Graduate of the Army Electronic Spectrum Manager Course or the Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Management Course. Meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT II requirements. Minimum 5 years of experience in Spectrum Management, with specific experience within the past 10 years in a Spectrum Manager/RF Project Manager role. Demonstrated experience working with various cellular frequencies and coordinating with license owners. Experience with FCC licensing applications and spectrum coordination to support training objectives. Comprehensive knowledge of frequency management procedures, including use of the Spectrum XXI database and frequency surveillance and monitoring techniques. Diverse background in Telecommunication and Electronics, including formal or vendor training in Motorola Canopy Wireless, Centracom, MCC-5500, and Quantar systems. Experience with LAN and WAN networking technologies, SCADA devices, CCTV, electronic security and access control systems, and general telecommunication skills including wiring and Fiber Optic Cable installation and termination.