Position Description
ERT is seeking an engineer with expertise in HF wave propagation to support research activities at the Air Force Research Lab. The primary responsibility includes modeling, testing, evaluation, and providing subject matter expertise in validating ionosphere impact applications. Specialized knowledge and experience in simulation, modeling, and analysis in ionosphere modeling and over-horizon radar technologies are required. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HF system design, including all aspects of system design particularly antenna modeling using NEC. This role will involve collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and advance HF propagation modeling for various applications.

Required Skills

• Experience with NEC simulation tools and software.
• Expertise in HF propagation and over-horizon radar technologies.
• Proficiency in radar signal processing and algorithm development.
• Proficiency in understanding legacy application codebase and the ability to reverse-engineering codebase into algorithm baseline  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a background investigation are required to obtain a SECRET clearance to enter the government facility.

Desired

• Familiarity with software-defined radio (SDR) technology
• Experience in defense or aerospace industry
• Experience with Method-Of-Moment electromagnetic wave simulation and the finite differencing methods in triangulations and mesh generation

Education
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or equivalent

Location
Work will be completed on-site at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM with the ability for a hybrid work schedule

Salary
The salary range for this role is $83,000 - 150,000/year. This range is a good faith estimate based on similar roles across the organization. ERT uses several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the position's scope and expected duties, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.  

Benefits
All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our flexible benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Professional Membership Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Competitive compensation plan
• Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance
• Publication and Conference Presentation Awards with bonuses

ERT is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.