Fast Facts

Paragon Cyber Solutions is looking for a RF Analyst/Engineer to develop and implement telemetry hardware solutions for the US Space Force at Vandenberg Air Force Base. Ideal candidates possess expertise in radar engineering and a strong foundation in RF systems.

Responsibilities: Responsibilities include designing and executing capabilities for tracking radars, conducting system analyses, and coordinating engineering projects while providing leadership and support to junior staff.

Skills: Candidates should have experience with RF systems, radar engineering, various test equipment, technical writing, and familiarity with digital interface designs.

Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar STEM field, along with two or more years of radar engineering experience is preferred.

Location: Position is located at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, USA.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $80,000 - $130,000.

Paragon Cyber Solutions has an immediate opening for those ready for an exciting and dynamic career as a RF Analyst/Engineer to join other smart, talented, and dedicated engineers that pride themselves in analyzing the most difficult challenges for the launch-test range while developing and delivering solutions to meet the needs of the US Space Force and their customers. This opportunity designs, develops, modifies, evaluates, and implements new and exiting Telemetry hardware systems, leading the technical aspects of a multi-disciplined project team.

Clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and execute new capabilities used by tracking radars
Perform complex system modeling, simulation, and analysis to provide the most appropriate technical solution
Plan, conduct, and assist the project manager in the execution of engineering projects
Coordinate the efforts of technical support personnel for assigned projects
Analyze, develop, recommend and implement approaches to meet customer requirements
Serve as an interface for project information to internal management and the customers
Provide leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel
Provide expertise to restore operational systems
Perform other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or other STEM related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two (2) or more years relevant radar engineering experience to include:
Experience working with RF to include local oscillators, doublers, mixers and attenuators
Working knowledge of monopulse radar tracking systems and/or shipboard radar systems a plus
Experience working with high power tube and solid state RF amplifiers
Experience with C-band pulsed Doppler tracking and wideband coherent imaging systems desired
Familiar with legacy range radar types (AN/FPQ-6, AN/FPQ-14, AN/FPS-16, etc.) desired
Working knowledge of antennas and antenna tracking systems
Experience with digital interface design to include familiarization with interface modules, cable/wire types and connector systems
Experience with hardware systems integration and testing
Experience providing inputs for engineering project proposals within defined time constraints
Proficient in use of specialized test equipment including but not limited to VOMs, spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes
Proficient in technical writing for development of technical reports, White Papers, and other technical support documentation
Experience with computer systems including single-board (SBCs), servers, and workstations
Familiarization with the Linux and Windows Operating systems.
Proficient with M/S Office tool suite and CAD software
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
Retirement Plan (401K w/ employer matching).
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.
Short and Long-Term Disability.
Healthy Work-Life Balance.
Training & Development.

Why Work For Paragon Cyber Solutions?

You want to make a difference. You want to be recognized by name versus being a number. You want to work with a company where you can grow and work in different areas to increase your knowledge/experience. You have an entrepreneurial spirit and need to live it.

As a small business, each team member rolls up their sleeves and helps where needed (including our CEO). Our ideal candidate will be comfortable with multi-tasking and prefers working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You must be adaptable to the needs of a growing business.

A Model of Excellence

That’s our motto in all we do and what we seek in our team members.

Are you a hardworking professional seeking a new opportunity that fosters growth? Look no further!

We are a minority, woman, veteran-owned, 8(a), EDWOSB, VOSB, HUBZone certified Tampa, FL-based small business. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality solutions that help our clients protect the integrity of their business operations.

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