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Senior Spectrum Policy Engineer

Remote · Australia Full-time

Job Description:

  • Provide technical support related to electromagnetic spectrum and telecommunications systems analysis, including terrestrial and space systems supporting NASA operations
  • Partner with the NASA Spectrum Analysis Center to provide technical expertise and analysis for domestic and international engineering studies
  • Support collaboration and participation with other Agency spectrum organizations to meet requirements and mission needs for spectrum allocations, assignments, and coordination in national spectrum management organizations
  • Support NASA Spectrum Office activities with domestic spectrum management tasks and ancillary meetings
  • Support preparation and advocacy of technical contributions to appropriate IRAC and IRAC subcommittee meetings
  • Support the integrity of NASA spectrum allocations and missions

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree is required, preferably in an engineering field, such as electrical engineering or a related field
  • Minimum of 12–15 years or more of relevant work experience is required
  • Knowledge and expertise with the NTIA and the Interdepartmental Radio Advisory Committee (IRAC), including IRAC subcommittees and ad hoc groups
  • Knowledge of U.S. frequency licensing processes, procedures, and automation systems for federal government systems through NTIA and non-federal systems through the FCC
  • Knowledge of the WRC and policies and procedures within the WRC Study Cycle through the ITU-R, as well as ITU governance and structure
  • Spectrum management experience and knowledge of NASA spectrum usage sufficient to act autonomously when liaising for the Agency at domestic and international spectrum management forums
  • Presentation and representation skills sufficient to advocate for the Agency in domestic and international spectrum management forums
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen to be able to obtain a government-issued Secret clearance
  • Ability to travel, if necessary
  • Prior experience supporting spectrum management and engineering activities of federal agencies is preferred/desired

Benefits:

  • Part-time schedule of approximately 20 hours per week
  • Remote work arrangement
  • Ability to travel, if necessary

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