Model-Based Systems Engineer (RF/Communications)
Actalent
**NEW MODEL BASED SYSTEMS ENGINEERING OPPORTUNITY SUPPORTING NEXT GEN AVIONICS FOR A TOP AEROSPACE & DEFENSE COMPANY IN THE WORLD!!!**
Job Description
We are seeking a Model-Based Systems Engineer with a experience in RF and communications systems to join our team. The ideal candidate will leverage model-based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies to analyze, trace, and validate requirements related to advanced RF, wireless, and avionics communication systems. This role involves comparing government and client requirements using MBSE tools to ensure alignment and completeness in complex mission-critical systems.
+ Develop and maintain MBSE models focused on RF, wireless, and communication subsystems, ensuring traceability between government and client requirements to System Component Specification Models (CSMs), particularly those involving RF signal chains, antennas, transceivers, and networked communication nodes.
+ Identify and document gaps between RF/communications requirements and system components developed by the government.
+ Conduct standalone analysis projects related to spectrum management, signal integrity, and data link performance, with minimal external coordination.
+ Analyze and reconcile discrepancies between multiple sets of requirements, ensuring RF performance metrics and communication protocol standards are met.
+ Collaborate with stakeholders to clearly communicate technical findings, especially in the context of RF propagation, modulation schemes, and link budgets.
+ Manage multiple RF-focused projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and technical accuracy.
JOB SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
+ Experience with mission systems navigation, guidance, and RF-based positioning systems.
+ Experience with MBSE design using Cameo Systems Modeler
+ Familiarity with certification processes for RF and avionics systems (e.g., DO-254, DO-160).
+ Knowledge of avionics integration, including RF front-end components and digital signal processing.
+ Experience with Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) and network-centric communications architectures.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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