Spectrum Management Engineer (Secret clearance)

About the role

Vantor is seeking a Spectrum Management Consultant to join our team. This role involves working with the U.S. Space Force to define and manage an integrated system-of-systems space enterprise, focusing on Spectrum Management Office activities.

Responsibilities

• Consultant and advocate for SSC programs to obtain spectrum certification (DD1494), request for frequency assignment (RFA), spectrum supportability risk assessment concurrence and International Telecommunication Union (ITU) registration in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Air Force (DAF) policies, principles, and disciplines.
• Serve as an expert technical authority on spectrum management, radio communications, frequency engineering, and protection of radio frequency spectrum as applicable to space systems.
• Solves problems and provides end user support, guidance, and training as required relative to all aspects of spectrum management, submission of frequency request, and management of SSC's radio frequency cases and submission request for radio frequency authorizations application/proposals to the Air Force Spectrum Management Office (AFSMO).
• Manages spectrum supportability strategy submissions, ensuring accuracy by developing radio network engineering designs, maps and block diagrams for customers while using the latest frequency management automation systems for timely submission to AFSMO for processing and forwarding to National Telecommunications Information Administration (NTIA).
• Manages and coordinates the National Spectrum Strategy Spectrum Relocation Fund initiatives for allocating available federal frequency spectrum for commercial industry.
• Participates in the mission impact and resolution studies to establish spectrum supportability strategies for SSC programs.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen with a Secret clearance; with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or aerospace engineering.
• 8+ years of experience with space electrical systems or space communication systems.
• Knowledge of the spectrum supportability strategy requirements applied to the development, design, test and/or operational for space systems.
• Knowledge of U.S. Space Force Acquisition process in accordance with DoD and DAF policies and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of communication and networking database applications (Power BI, SharePoint, Confluence/JIRA, Warp Core, etc).
• Knowledge of Military Specifications and Standards.

Skills

• Strong communicator with a keen eye for regulatory details.
• Proactive approach to cross-functional collaboration.
• Researches new requirements, technologies, and threats.
• Uses innovative engineering methodologies and tools to create tomorrow’s solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance.
• Base pay range: $147,000.00 - $196,000.00 - $215,600.00 annually.
• Hybrid work permitted - mix of on-site & off-site.
• Eligible for relocation assistance.

Pay Transparency

To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions.

Application

Candidates should submit their application via Vantor's Career page.

EEO Policy

Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas.