PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Support the Department of Defense Research, Development, Test and Evaluation efforts by performing analog and digital Radio Frequency (RF) design and analysis of various circuits to determine device theory of operations, functionality, and technical characteristics. Utilize available intelligence, both commercial and military, to determine operational theory, capabilities, and limitations of candidate devices. Analyze and perform non-destructive examination of devices to identify components and circuit schematics, and to obtain an understanding of any embedded firmware/software and then replicate device electrical and mechanical construction.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform RF, digital and analog electronic circuit and software analysis to determine device theory of operation, functionality, and technical characteristics
• Analyze and perform non-destructive examination of devices to identify components and circuit schematics and to obtain any embedded firmware and software. Prepare schematics and bills of material for device construction
• This section is identified as mission essential contractor services in support of mission essential functions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related technical field
• Minimum of five years of hardware design experience including the design and construction of radio frequency (RF), digital and analog electronic circuits, and assemblies
• Possess knowledge of operations and components used in unmanned remote-controlled platforms
• US Department of Defense TOP SECRET security clearance with SCI eligibility
• Knowledge and experience in the design of microcontroller (e.g. PIC) software and firmware and familiarity with microcontroller design environments
• Proficient with Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools for schematic capture and printed wiring board layout
• Proficient in circuit board construction and repair, including excellent soldering skills
• Proficient in light mechanical assembly using hand and simple power tools
• Proficient with electrical and electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, function generators, pulse generators, and basic shop equipment
• Proficient with RF testing equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators and basic RF components such as couplers, combiners, attenuators, etc.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Normal working hours are usually eight and a half (8) hours (including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break), from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM each Monday through Friday, or as otherwise as determined by the Government facility procedures. All Federal holidays are observed
• Primary performance location is at our Southern Pines office and on Fort Bragg NC, in standard office environments, classrooms, workshops and in various outdoor field conditions