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 characteristicsAnalyze 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 constructionThis section is identified as mission essential contractor services in support of mission essential functionsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related technical fieldMinimum of five years of hardware design experience including the design and construction of radio frequency (RF), digital and analog electronic circuits, and assembliesPossess knowledge of operations and components used in unmanned remote-controlled platformsUS Department of Defense TOP SECRET security clearance with SCI eligibilityKnowledge and experience in the design of microcontroller (e.g. PIC) software and firmware and familiarity with microcontroller design environmentsProficient with Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools for schematic capture and printed wiring board layoutProficient in circuit board construction and repair, including excellent soldering skillsProficient in light mechanical assembly using hand and simple power toolsProficient with electrical and electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, function generators, pulse generators, and basic shop equipmentProficient 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 PowerPointWORK ENVIRONMENTNormal 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 observedDepartmentS-2Employment TypeFull Time