Set systems direction and own the reference architecture for electromagnetic spectrum operations, including detection, characterization, and reporting. Drive system-of-systems integration with external partners and commercial RF providers while translating mission goals into technical strategy. Requires 12-18+ years of experience in electronic warfare or spectrum operations and fluency in RF signal characterization.
Key Highlights
Owns the reference architecture and reusable patterns for spectrum detection and reporting.
Drives integration with external partner systems and commercial RF sensing providers.
Carries final technical authority for spectrum work and represents Bluestaq to senior customers.
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Key Responsibilities
Set systems direction for EMSO as a mission area, including roadmap and enterprise integration.
Own the reference architecture and reusable patterns for spectrum detection, characterization, and reporting.
Drive system-of-systems integration with partner systems and commercial RF sensing providers.
Translate mission goals into concrete architecture, technical strategy, and sequencing of change.
Navigate conflicting stakeholder expectations across JCO, Space Component, and commercial partners into executable plans.
Take responsibility for long-term system health: scalability, adaptability, technical debt, and lifecycle sustainability.
Build the operator and engineer bench through qualification standards, training design, and mentorship.
Technical Skills Required
Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations
Electronic Warfare
RF Signal Characterization
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Benefits & Perks
100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision
Up to 6% match to 401(k) contributions with additional discretionary 4% profit share
Annual performance bonus
$200,000 employer-paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
$5,000 annual professional development budget
20 days PTO, plus 8 paid holidays
Pet insurance, onsite gym, and flexible schedule
Relocation assistance
Nice to Have
Active TS/SCI with no break in access
Formal EW qualification: Electronic Warfare Officer, EW Initial Qualification Course, or service equivalent
Association of Old Crows membership
EMSO JCO 202, TacSRT JCO 201, or equivalent Joint Commercial Operations operator training
Hands-on experience with spectrum management and deconfliction tooling such as SPECTRUM XXI, GEMSIS, or JSIR
Experience with commercial RF providers such as HawkEye 360
Job Description
Why This Role MattersThe Principal Systems Engineer sets systems direction for electromagnetic spectrum operations as a mission area. You own the reference architecture for how Bluestaq detects, characterizes, and reports spectrum interference, drive integration with external partner systems and commercial RF providers, and translate mission goals into technical strategy and sequencing. The role carries final technical authority for spectrum work and represents Bluestaq’s system posture in senior customer venues.What You Own
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