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Radio Frequency Software Engineer 3

Markon
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 11/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2027

Description

Markon is seeking an RF Software Engineer 3 to support the Fort Meade customer by developing, maintaining, and enhancing complex software systems supporting radio frequency (RF) and mission-critical operations. This role works on processing-intensive analytics, large-scale data processing solutions, real-time systems, and advanced algorithm development efforts focused on RF and signal processing applications. The position contributes to all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, integration, and sustainment, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technical solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
  • Design, develop, test, and maintain complex software applications and system components
  • Modify existing software to add new features, improve functionality, and correct defects
  • Integrate software into new or existing systems and operating environments
  • Develop and execute software tests to validate compliance with design requirements
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, performance issues, and operational problems
  • Develop data queries for existing or proposed databases and data repositories
  • Support system design activities, including hardware/software trade studies and architecture decisions
  • Evaluate opportunities for software reuse and implementation of COTS/GOTS solutions
  • Prepare, review, and maintain software and system documentation
  • Provide recommendations for improving software development processes, standards, and documentation
  • Serve as a technical lead consistent with the software development process used on the program
  • Support requirements analysis and decomposition from system-level requirements to individual software components
  • Develop software solutions supporting RF signal processing, exploitation, and analysis capabilities

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer. 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university
  • 14 years of experience as a Software Engineer supporting programs of similar scope, type, and complexity
  • Four additional years of software engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
  • Experience developing software in Linux environments
  • Experience programming in Python and C
  • Experience with software design, development, integration, testing, and sustainment activities
  • Experience developing and supporting complex software systems and applications
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technologies
  • Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) systems, signals, collection, or exploitation applications
  • Experience supporting SIGINT, communications, or mission-focused analytic systems
  • Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies and DevSecOps practices
  • Experience developing software solutions for signal processing, waveform analysis, or communications systems

Salary Range

USD $225,000.00 - USD $240,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

 

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

 

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

 

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

 

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

 

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

 

Salary : $225,000 - $240,000

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