Sr. Radio Frequency Engineer

Job Title: RF Engineer

Location: Ashburn, VA

Terms: Fulltime, onsite position.

About Chartis Federal

Chartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. As a trusted prime contractor with over $160 million in task order awards, we operate across 22 states and support essential government missions worldwide.

Our commitment to excellence has fueled our year-over-year growth, earning us recognition twice as a Washington Technology FAST 50 company and securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years. At Chartis Federal, our mission is clear: keeping heroes safe and connected—on the battlefield, on the border, and in our backyards.

Position Overview

The RF Engineer will be responsible for the design, integration, and modernization of wireless communication systems, including point-to-point, mesh, and mobile networks. This role requires expertise in radio frequency (RF) engineering, wireless communication technologies, and IP networking, along with the ability to analyze system performance, conduct field testing, and optimize wireless networks. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and hands-on experience with link budgets, microwave path analysis, and power system design.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, integration and modernization of wireless communications systems (point to point, mesh and mobile)
• Understand wireless communications technologies and concepts
• Gather customer requirements, determine requirements, develop solutions; provide preliminary designs, cost estimates; support procurement and implementation of wireless communications systems
• Compare wireless communications systems specifications to requirements and perform system performance validation including field testing.
• Understand link budgets, microwave path analysis, mobile coverage analysis, interference analysis using computer simulation and data analysis tools.
• Evaluate and design power systems supporting wireless communications systems including solar power
• Experience planning transport and routing of IP data through gateways, switches and routers, document in network diagrams
• Deploy and support wireless communications systems in the field, ability to troubleshoot and resolve connectivity issues.

• Education BS in Electrical Engineering or other BS degrees relevant to job responsibilities
• DHS Tier 2 Background Investigation (BI) or DOD Secret with current investigation required to convert to DHS Tier 2 BI
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience
• Experience compiling technical recommendations, white papers, analysis reports, or executive briefings.
• Excellent demonstratable written, inter-personal communications and management skills
• History working with vendors and project teams

Why Join Chartis Federal?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement plans with company contributions
• Professional development opportunities and career growth support
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued

At Chartis Federal, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation while supporting critical national security missions. Join us in shaping the future of government contracting and national security solutions.

Chartis is an equal opportunity employer and employs qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable law. We participate in E-Verify.