Payload Engineer (RF)

OverviewVTG is seeking a Payload Engineer (RF) in Chantilly, Va.What will you do?Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Overseeing design and development of RF payload systems and components including signal processing unitsApplying complex RF specifications, tolerances, simulations, and test procedures for RF payload systems and componentsDeveloping RF payload performance models to inform Government systems engineering tradesProviding oversight of acquisitions, with specific focus on the RF payload systems elements, functionality, interfaces, manufacture, build, test, and operations to ensure end-to-end system closure and satisfaction of mission needReviewing Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables to ensure content, technical accuracy, and sufficiency of design details to meet program requirements and objectivesOversee the build, test and delivery of the current design protection payload and assess compliance with statement of work and requirementsProvide technical review and advisory support on feasibility, development, acquisition, and operation of innovative technologies for future architectures, systems, capabilities, and performanceDefine acquisition strategies and project plans, project life cycle plans, and associated schedules for the next generation payload and contribute to overall system effortIdentify, track, and resolve life cycle risks, issues, and opportunities for current and future buildCreate integration, verification, validation, and test strategies and plansWrite technical performance measurement plans and conduct performance assessments. Develop Measures of Effectiveness, Measures of Performance, Key Performance Parameters, and Technical Performance Measures to help quantify project and mission successDo you have what it takes?Qualifications:Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly.Bachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, Math or related discipline with 9 years related experience or master's degree with 7 years related experience, or PhD with 4 years related experienceExperience in RADAR system operations, waveform usage and processingExperience in RF systems design, specifications, development, manufacturing, and testExperience using systems engineering processes, methods, tools, and program roles to develop, implement, and deploy solutions for Satellite Systems5 or more years of Spacecraft systems engineering experience with integration and test experienceBasic knowledge in application of SEIT methods to satellite, launch, and ground systemsBasic knowledge of acquisition and source selection policies and processes of USG