Position Summary:
Odyssey Systems is seeking a Senior Spectrum Manager to support advanced situational awareness and Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) programs. This role focuses on the design, analysis, integration, and management of RF spectrum and signal processing systems that enable next-generation battlefield awareness, electronic warfare, and spectrum management capabilities.
The selected candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, analysts, and operational stakeholders to develop and integrate systems that combine data from diverse sensors, communications systems, and radar platforms to provide actionable intelligence and operational advantage. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in RF engineering, signal processing, and spectrum management, along with experience supporting mission-critical DoD programs operating in complex multi-domain environments.
This is a full time position located at MacDill AFB, FL or Ft. Belvoir, VA.
***Contingent upon contract award***
Responsibilities:
Duties include, but not limited to:
Design and enhance advanced technical systems supporting data collection, signal analysis, and operational decision support across multiple operational environments.
Apply modern signal processing, data analytics, and computational methods, including artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques, to process and analyze sensor and RF data.
Support the development of integrated and interoperable systems that operate across air, land, sea, cyber, and space domains.
Translate operational and mission requirements into technical solutions in collaboration with government stakeholders and subject matter experts.
Perform modeling, analysis, and validation of RF and signal processing systems to evaluate system performance and mission effectiveness.
Support the integration of sensor systems, communications networks, radar systems, and data processing architectures to enhance situational awareness capabilities.
Provide technical guidance and expertise in spectrum management, including RF allocation, interference mitigation, and spectrum planning.
Contribute to the development of system architectures and system-of-systems integrations supporting battlefield awareness and electronic warfare operations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software, hardware, and analytical components into operational capabilities.
Prepare and deliver technical documentation, briefings, and engineering analyses supporting program reviews and leadership decision-making.
***Contingent upon contract award***
Qualifications:
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications
Clearance: Active Secret (ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly required)
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Signal Processing, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical discipline
Experience: 8 + years of Relevant Experience in RF engineering, signal processing, spectrum management, or sensor systems development
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Signal Processing, Computer Engineering, or related field
Experience: 10+ years of Relevant Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or defense technology programs
Certifications:
Certified Data Professional (CDP)
Certified Signal Processing Engineer (CSPE)
Other relevant technical or cybersecurity certifications
RF engineering and spectrum management principles
Signal processing tools such as MATLAB, Python, or C++
Experience with sensor systems including radar, sonar, acoustic sensors, and imaging arrays
Knowledge of AI/ML techniques for signal analysis
Spectrum allocation, RF interference analysis, and signal analysis techniques
Experience with situational awareness platforms and sensor fusion technologies
Familiarity with DoD architectures and workflows such as DCGS-A, GIS systems, or multi-intelligence data integration
Understanding of System-of-Systems architectures
Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes including JCIDS
Knowledge of operational tools such as ATAK (Android Tactical Assault Kit)
Interpersonal Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate operational requirements into technical solutions
Effective collaboration within cross-functional engineering teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical briefings and documentation
Ability to operate in high-tempo, mission-critical environments
Additional Information
Location: Tampa, FL or Fort Belvoir, VA
Travel: As needed
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***Contingent upon contract award***
Company Overview:
Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.
Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.
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