Navy Multiband Terminal (NMT) Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer I (SATCOM)

Company: Centurum
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Navy Multiband Terminal (NMT) Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer One (I) will conduct systems / system of systems (SoS) architecture design, testing, implementation, integration, review, and certification activities. They may also perform the following duties: • Conduct data analyses, to include interpreting and summarizing results • Design, develop, test, evaluate, and sustain various Radio Frequency (RF) and SATCOM communication systems • Develop technical documentation such as test plans and reports • Apply a full range of discipline pertinent to communication systems capabilities such as requirements analysis, systems engineering, interface design, logistics, training, reliability and maintainability, human factors, and T&E to complete assigned duties • Leverage principles such as communications theory, modulation systems, engineering design, testing, and system-level communications (e.g. link modulation schemes and end-to-end RF product development) to complete assigned duties • Capable of developing written instructions, procedures, schematics and other technical documentation • Perform all duties unsupervised, as a RF Engineer I, to include providing the status of their assigned tasks via both prepared and ad hoc oral briefings to senior Navy personnel. REQUIRED SKILLS/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE • Experience working on RF Design and/or systems • Knowledge of electronic test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzer, Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes, Amplifiers, and other Radio Frequency components • Knowledge of RF Communications systems engineering and/or integration • Experience working with Navy Multi-band Terminal (NMT) and/or Commercial Broadband Satellite Program (CBSP) systems Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Travel Required : 25% Work Location : San Diego, CA This position is required to have and maintain a Secret US DoD security clearance. PREFERRED SKILLS Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative field such as engineering or mathematics (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems) REMARKS Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to interface effectively with all levels of technical and management personnel. Compensation: $34 - $44 an hour. Compensation for positions at Centurum vary depending on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, location, responsibilities, skill set, and level of experience. EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran When responding to this posting please reference job SD26-35 NMT RF Engineer I (SATCOM) Benefits Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits enrollment from their date of hire: Health Insurance - Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost-sharing basis. Dental Insurance - Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent. Basic Life Insurance - Company provided benefit for all full-time employees. Supplemental Life Insurance - Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates. Dependant Life Insurance - Optional coverage for dependents at a group rate. Long Term Disability Insurance - Optional coverage available to employees at group rates. Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave accrual is determined by length of service. Holidays - The company observes ten paid holidays each year. Retirement 401(k) Plan - Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi-weekly match and a year-end profit sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan. Centurum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by U.S. law. Centurum makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. Powered by JazzHR XGNtKwQr5G

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