Electrical Engineer - RF

Parra Consulting Group (PCG) is hiring an Electrical Engineer focused on the analysis and characterization of radio frequency (RF) technologies. This position works hands-on with software defined radio (SDR) platforms to develop custom applications, capture and process RF signals, and conduct in-depth analysis of communications systems in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

This is a full-time position requiring an active TS/SCI clearance to start and up to 25% local travel.

This successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Implement signal processing techniques using software defined radio platforms.
• Design and develop specialized applications for signal capture, analysis, and characterization.
• Capture and process RF signals and conduct in-depth analysis of various communications systems.
• Apply RF engineering principles to extract meaningful intelligence from complex radio signals.
• Develop custom tools to meet specific signal capture and analysis requirements.
• Document technical findings and share knowledge across a multidisciplinary team.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI (TS/SCI required to start).
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field and 3–5 years of directly related experience.

Required Experience

• Demonstrated expertise with software defined radio platforms such as HackRF, Ettus USRP, or similar devices.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C/C++, or similar languages for SDR application development.
• Experience with GNU Radio or similar frameworks for signal processing and analysis.
• Understanding of RF fundamentals, modulation techniques, and wireless protocols.
• Familiarity with digital signal processing concepts and implementation.
• Experience using spectrum analyzers and other RF test equipment.
• Ability to develop custom tools for specific signal capture and analysis requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience analyzing signals from unmanned systems such as UAS, UGV, or USV.
• Knowledge of digital mobile radio (DMR), mobile ad-hoc networks (MANET), and other tactical communications systems.
• Experience with FPGA programming for SDR applications.
• Understanding of secure communications.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems for SDR development environments.
• Experience with real-time signal processing and optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of electronic warfare concepts and applications.
• Experience documenting technical findings and creating engineering reports.