Senior Spectrum Management Analyst

Banner Defense 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.

Responsibilities

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; Travel may be required

Requirements

Active Secret Clearance; Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of experience; 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

Nice to have

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

Benefits

Medical (employer paid 80%); Dental (employer paid 100%); Vision (employer paid 100%); 401k (with generous matching); Profit Sharing; Tuition Refund; Paid Holidays; Rewards and recognition; Family-friendly environment; Professional growth opportunities