RF Network SME

NextGen’s practice in Digital Engineering (DE) is growing. As such, we are seeking to hire RF Network Engineers with experience in modeling and simulation and/or digital engineering. NextGen’s DE team builds high fidelity Digital Twins employing Model Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) approaches in support of new systems development for commercial and DoD/Intel customers. Selected engineers will collaborate with fellow DE colleagues to solve complex technical tasks while becoming experts with and deploying cutting edge modeling and analysis tools. Establish and grow your Digital Engineering career with NextGen today!

• Must be able to obtain a DoD Clearance (U.S. citizenship is required)
• Some limited travel may be required (25% or less)
• Work on a cross-functional team to develop cutting-edge software solutions for DoD mission-critical programs, including communications and threat systems
• Apply RF subject matter expertise to emulate high fidelity networks and RF design
• Develop RF waveforms required to meet mission requirements
• Work with mission modeler on impacts to Comms and overall mission
• Work with software engineers to develop capabilities needed to emulate networks
• Work with antenna engineer on antenna design needed
• Serve as the go-to expert for end-to-end RF, network and waveform design
• Develop, verify and optimize simulation environments for communications systems
• Collaborate with teammates, customers, and partners in an Agile environment

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field
• 8 years of SME in RF and Network engineering
• 3 years in developing, modeling or analyzing Comms including 5G and/or Radar waveforms
• 3 years in Modeling & Simulation with a focus on networks and Comms
• Worked with RF and network modeling tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, OPNET, Keysight EXata/QualNet, SystemVue or similar GOTS tools
• Expert in RF performance analysis including impacts on Comms link budgets including throughput, latency, bit error rates, and resilience
• Demo new RF emulation capabilities and work with team on integrations
• Assist in trade studies of entities and their sensors, antennas, etc. to meet mission requirements
• Mentor engineering teams in RF best practices, waveform analysis, and network simulation techniques
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapt to changing technical requirements
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility

• Proficiency in Python and C for simulation and automation purposes
• Experience with AFSIM, STK, or similar M&S tools for system performance analysis

• Experience with threat impacts on Comms systems and network performance
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies.
• Ability to create automated scripts and plugins to enhance M&S capabilities

About NextGen: NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions and comprehensive mission and business support services. We work in close collaboration with our Customers to truly understand their business and mission goals. Our approach is to design, build, implement, and manage solutions that measurably improve our client’s organizational performance. We have established and foster a corporate culture where we: Treat employees with fairness and respect regardless of their position, sexual identity, race, or tenure; Communicate the importance of our mission and our employees’ contributions to it, ensuring they understand how their job role contributes to the greater good; Openly promote and communicate our ideas for change and adaptability; Strive to achieve results as an organization; Hold employees accountable to their commitments and provide incentives that encourage positive and productive behaviors; Value the talents and contributions of our employees as the key factor for our success; Create an environment where people can engage at all levels; Encourage people to take risks and allow them to make mistakes.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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