Electronics Engineer
Date: Jun 8, 2026
Location: Adelphi, MD, Maryland, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 28886
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $85,102.00 - $130,000.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies
Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:
- Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
- Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
- Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
- Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
- Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
- Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.
These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.
Job Description
We are seeking an Electronics Engineer to support our work with the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) in Adelphi, MD. The Electronics Engineer will design, develop, and test RF and/or microwave systems architecture, components, and products. You will apply engineering theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of highly complex and advanced technical problems on the forefront of new and existing Electronic Warfare (EW) technologies and Software Defined Radio (SDR) sensor systems. You will plan, conduct, and direct projects and coordinate the efforts of technical support staff in the performance of radar, communication systems, and phased array system designs. The RF Engineer works directly with senior technical personnel, program managers, and external organizations in the planning, oversight, execution, and evaluation of multiple complex RF systems.
HII has been providing engineering and management support to the U.S. Army Research Laboratory for over 20 years, conducting innovative research to provide the Army with affordable enabling technologies in sensors, EW, and RF system designs. We are seeking a candidate ready to explore these diverse technical areas within a state-of-the-art electronics research and development facility. Come be a part of this challenging and exciting opportunity!
Come support our work with the U.S. Army Research Laboratory and join a world class team of groundbreaking scientists and engineers!
Details below!
You will be part of a team that includes experts in Integrated Circuits (ICs), RF engineering, and EW systems, with direct support from HII engineers and industry recognized subject matter experts. Our team members are expected to have a basic understanding of RF and SDRs and be able to collaborate with various engineering and non-technical staff.
Electronics Engineer 2 - $85,000 - $158,000
Electronics Engineer 3 - $104,000 - $193,000
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Apply advanced signal processing concepts to problems in RF systems, radar sensing, and communications.
- Analyze, model, and interpret complex waveforms and sensor data, including developing or adapting algorithms for detection, estimation, classification, and interference mitigation.
- Support research efforts in areas such as adaptive filtering, spectral analysis, time‑frequency methods, compressive sensing, and statistical signal processing.
- Conduct exploratory R&D alongside researchers in physics, mathematics, and related science disciplines.
- Participate in designing and evaluating RF system architectures including receivers, transmitters, antennas, and novel sensing modalities.
- Assist with algorithm prototyping in software environments such as MATLAB, Python, or C/C++, and evaluate performance with laboratory RF equipment.
- Work closely with multi‑disciplinary teams on radar, EW, and next‑generation communications concepts.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and data packages to document methodology, results, and recommendations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Electronics Engineer 2 - Master’s degree from a top‑100 accredited institution in physics, mathematics, applied mathematics, electrical engineering, computer science, signal processing, or related fields.
- Electronics Engineer 3 - 3 years relevant experience with Master’s degree from a top‑100 accredited institution in physics, mathematics, applied mathematics, electrical engineering, computer science, signal processing, or related fields.
- Submission of unofficial transcripts with undergraduate GPA of 3.25 or higher and graduate GPA of 3.75 or higher
- Background in signal processing theory or research.
- Experience in RF systems, radar, communications, or related electromagnetic systems.
- Proficiency in mathematical modeling and algorithm development.
- Strong communication (both written and verbal) skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- US Citizen the the ability to obtain a clearance
Preferred Requirements
• Research‑oriented background such as thesis-based graduate work or experience in a physics/mathematics research group.
• Hands‑on experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and vector signal generators.
• Familiarity with radar or communications signal chains, RF front‑ends, or digital signal processing hardware.
• Experience with SDRs, FPGA‑based prototyping, or real‑time signal processing environments.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, and C/C++.
• Interest in advanced sensing, electronic warfare, spectral processing, or electromagnetics.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
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
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
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