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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for a skilled and motivated Electromagnetic Spectrum Manager to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Spectrum Management Office (SMO) within the Office of the Chief Engineer. This role focuses on advancing mission-critical initiatives through comprehensive spectrum lifecycle management—including system certification, frequency authorization, interference resolution, and global deployment coordination.
What You'll Be Doing:
Provide direct operational and administrative support to the MDA SMO (CED) under the Specialty Engineering Director.
Manage and maintain the Frequency Authorization tracker for all MDA missions, ensuring absolute data accuracy and consistency.
Develop, author, and submit System Certifications (DD1494) utilizing STEPSTONE and EL-CID programs.
Develop, coordinate, and submit frequency authorization requests utilizing Spectrum XXI (SXXI) for developmental, fielded, and new systems.
Develop, update, and maintain critical reports and databases to support operational and engineering activities.
Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve electromagnetic interference (EMI) issues between developmental and deployed systems.
Document standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and technical solutions to support knowledge sharing and team efficiency.
Develop, update, compile, and submit Host Nation Coordination (HNC) packets and Site Surveys for globally deploying systems.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor's Degree
7+ years of relevant experience
Active Secret Clearance
Understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) theory and electromagnetic principles.
Excellent problem-solving skills and strict attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and Teams.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Graduate of a military spectrum management school
4+ years of experience within federal/DoW spectrum management
Ability to obtain / Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance
Experience with Spectrum XXI (SXXI)
Knowledge of the NTIA Manual (Redbook)
Experience with the GEMSIS suite (Stepstone, Host Nation Spectrum Worldwide Database Online [HNSWD-O], Joint Spectrum Data Repository [JSDR], Integrated Spectrum Desktop)
Knowledge of electromagnetic propagation modeling, wave behavior, and signal attenuation
Experience with Mat-lab or other programming languages
Knowledge of the Joint Spectrum Interference Resolution Online (JSIR-O) portal
Experience with NTIA EL-CID
Knowledge of standard engineering practices
Experience with automation tools or programming/scripting languages to aid in data analysis
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree
- 7+ years of relevant experience
- Active Secret security clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) theory and electromagnetic principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and Teams
- Excellent problem-solving skills and strict attention to detail
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Graduate of a military spectrum management school
- 4+ years of experience within federal/DoD spectrum management
- Ability to obtain or active Top Secret/SCI clearance
- Experience with Spectrum XXI (SXXI)
- Knowledge of the NTIA Manual (Redbook)
- Experience with the GEMSIS suite (Stepstone, HNSWD-O, JSDR, Integrated Spectrum Desktop)
- Knowledge of electromagnetic propagation modeling, wave behavior, and signal attenuation
- Experience with Mat-lab or other programming languages
- Knowledge of the Joint Spectrum Interference Resolution Online (JSIR-O) portal
- Experience with NTIA EL-CID
- Knowledge of standard engineering practices
- Experience with automation tools or programming/scripting languages for data analysis
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
