Radio Frequency & Data Link Engineer (SkillBridge Intern) - 27825 at HII in Hurlburt Field, FL

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Requisition Number: 27825 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Temporary Worker Anticipated Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Security Clearance: Secret Level of Experience: Intern HI This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations. HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe. Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072 Summary This is an UNPAID internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program for transitioning active-duty US military personnel. DoD SkillBridge Internships are available to help transitioning active-duty military personnel gain real-world experience in the work force sometime during their final 180 days of active-duty service. The intern will actively train on meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior company leadership. HII Mission Technologies (HII-MT) Internship programs are focused on placing transitioning military into internships that require KSAs, Education & Military Training similar to their current or previous military jobs; positions that could easily transition over to a full-time regular and permanent job with HII-MT. Objective The SkillBridge intern will train as a RF and Data Link Engineer within Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) Technology Integration Support Cooperative (TISC), reporting to a designated supervisor of HII Mission Technologies team. Upon completion of the SkillBridge internship, the transitioning service member will be fully prepared to function as an RF and Datalink Engineer supporting AFSOC through the Special Warfare (SW) TISC. The intern will possess the technical competencies, security clearances, and operational knowledge necessary to immediately contribute to SOF mission success through RF/DL system integration, testing, and support. The intern will be assigned special projects as needed. Learning Goals 1. RF and Datalink Technical Proficiency Master tactical RF/datalink systems (Link-16, SINCGARS, SATCOM, MUOS, MANET) RF fundamentals: antenna modeling, link budgets, frequency management, spectrum analysis Proficiency with RF propagation tools (SPEED, CloudRF), spectrum analyzers, and IP networking Milestone : Conduct RF system assessment on ground or airborne platform 2. SOF Mission Systems Integration Shadow engineers during system evaluations and testing Participate in cross-functional coordination and SW TISC integration processes Support field operations: equipment surveys, setup, operation, breakdown Milestone : Lead integration project connecting multiple mission nodes 3. DoD Acquisition and Technical Documentation Study MIL-STD-6016 and MIL-STD-188 specifications Develop technical reports, briefings, and acquisition recommendations Obtain CompTIA Security+ certification and initiate TS/SCI clearance upgrade (if required)