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STINGRAI RF Engineer (Engineer RF 2) 29311

HII

Job Location:

Tampa, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 79316 - 135000

Posted: 27 July 2026 (29 days ago)

Application Deadline: 24 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Requisition Number:29311

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$79316.00-$135000.00

Security Clearance:Top Secret

Level of Experience:MidHI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO) a business group within HIIs Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations platforms and logistics and intelligence operations.

HII designs develops integrates and manages the sensors systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense the combatant commands and the intelligence community HII advances the mission around the globe.

Leadership Mindset at HII Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework we define how every employee grows leads and contributesregardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

Know & Grow Your People Commit to learning and supporting team success.
Build Relationships Communicate openly collaborate well and build trust.
Take Ownership Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
Customer First Focus on the mission and those we serve.
Shape the Future Bring ideas curiosity and continuous improvement.
Act with Urgency Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Who We Are

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a RF Engineer. The RF Engineer provides engineering expertise in support of U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) by analyzing designing developing and sustaining advanced wireless and radiofrequency (RF) systems used in missioncritical operations. This role supports the full lifecycle of RF capabilities including system design modeling and simulation test and evaluation optimization and technical documentation. The RF Engineer applies DoD engineering standards and RF domain knowledge to ensure system performance reliability and readiness across communications radar electronic warfare and related SOCOM mission systems.
This requisition supports hiring at multiple experience levels. Final placement will be determined based on the selected applicants qualifications experience and skill sets.

STINGRAI: Advancing Mission Success Through Intelligence Innovation and Operational Excellence

Every day HII helps U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) and its mission partners stay ahead of evolving threats by delivering the intelligence technology and operational expertise needed to protect U.S. interests across the Western Hemisphere. Join our team on STINGRAI and support mission-critical operations through advanced intelligence surveillance cyber engineering and all-domain capabilities that strengthen regional security enable informed decision-making and help defend our nation today while preparing for tomorrows challenges.

What You Will Do

Analyze design and develop wireless telecommunications and RF capabilities to support SOCOM operational requirements.
Design plan establish and optimize wireless networks and RF architectures.
Develop evaluate and enhance RF network infrastructures; provide recommendations for system upgrades and optimization.
Conduct technical assessments from concept development through system launch.
Design and validate RF link performance quality and reliability across diverse operational environments.
Use RF measurement diagnostic and test tools to evaluate tune and optimize equipment.
Develop manuals documentation and engineering procedures supporting RF system operation and maintenance.
Optimize existing networks by adjusting RF parameters modifying network neighbor lists and recommending hardware corrections.
Monitor and analyze statistical and drivetest data to improve KPIs such as dropped calls blocking rates origination failures and handoff performance.
Apply propagation theory antenna theory and cellular network principles to determine tower placement and optimize coverage.
Conduct capacity planning GSM frequency planning and frequency hopping analysis using carriertointerference (C/I) assessments.
Recommend site upgrades including antenna downtilt adjustments and radio reorientation.
Support the development acquisition and sustainment of complex RF systems used in communications radar and electronic warfare missions.
Design and evaluate RF components and subsystems including up/down converters amplifiers MMICs MCMs and T/R modules.
Reverseengineer legacy RF hardware to develop obsolescence mitigation plans test procedures and trade studies.
Develop and execute Test & Evaluation plans for RF test stations and field test events supporting manufacturing and fleet operations.
Develop and present technical reports to government and contractor stakeholders.
Perform modeling and simulation of RF circuits RF propagation and antenna performance.

What We Are Looking For

Level 2: 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
Level 4: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
Experience providing RF engineering wireless communications or electronic warfare support to SOCOM DoD programs or other government defense efforts.
Strong understanding of RF theory propagation antenna systems and wireless network engineering principles.
Experience designing developing and validating RF links architectures and system performance.
Proficiency with RF measurement tools diagnostic equipment and test instrumentation.
Ability to analyze network statistics and drivetest data identify deficiencies and recommend performance improvements.
Experience with modeling and simulation of RF circuits propagation and antenna patterns.
Ability to develop technical documentation procedures test plans and engineering reports in accordance with DoD expectations.
Experience supporting RF system integration test and optimization across communications radar or EW systems.
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to resolve complex RF engineering challenges.
Effective communication skills with the ability to brief technical findings to government and contractor audiences.
Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.

Preferred: Bonus Points For...

Experience designing radar phasedarray transmit/receive modules (T/R modules).
Handson experience with tools such as Agilent ADS ANSYS HFSS NI LabView and MATLAB.
Experience modeling nearfield antenna patterns and performing phase noise analysis.
Knowledge of RF component design including MMICs MCMs converters and amplifiers.
Experience in reverse engineering RF hardware or developing obsolescence mitigation strategies.
Familiarity with DoD communication systems tactical RF equipment and EW system architectures.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering documentation tools.

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office industrial shipboard or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the roles location expectations and responsibilities. When extending an offer HIIs Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include but are not limited to the roles function and a candidates education or training work experience and key skills.

Meet HIIs Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR AI and Big Data cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role thats right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll find a supportive and welcoming environment competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin physical or mental disability age or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law.

Do You Need Assistance
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