Senior RF Spectrum Policy Analyst – Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

Senior RF Spectrum Policy Analyst/Engineer at Aerospace Corporation evaluating and advocating for spectrum policy. Supporting national and international spectrum activities and mentoring junior employees.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeChantilly • California, Colorado, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $1 per yearWebsite

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate national and international spectrum policy activities, including International Telecommunications Union (ITU), White House, Congress, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) actions, to determine impacts to the customer
Support development and implementation of spectrum plans, strategies, and policies for customer organizations
Advocate for policy positions to protect the customer’s use of spectrum
Provide technical analysis to support spectrum reallocation studies
Coordinate with program offices, federal spectrum agencies, and other stakeholders
Mentor junior employees in spectrum management and engineering

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering or related STEM discipline
Minimum of 8 years of relevant technical experience
Knowledge of International Telecommunications Union (ITU), National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) or Federal Communications Commission (FCC) spectrum management processes
Prior experience with spectrum policy and coordination
Knowledge of RF communications systems and architectures
Project development experience and ability to lead small teams of engineers
Ability to present results effectively in briefings and technical reports
Some travel, approximately less than 10%, is anticipated
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government.
U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

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Hard Skills & Tools

spectrum managementRF communications systemsspectrum policytechnical analysisproject developmentengineeringspectrum reallocation studiesstrategiespoliciesbriefings

Soft Skills

mentoringleadershipcommunicationadvocacycoordinationpresentation skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringTS/SCI security clearance