Field Systems Engineer (RF / IoT)

Field Systems Engineer (RF / IoT)

Job Locations

US-VA-Tysons

Job ID

2025-13359

# of Openings

Category

Engineering

Benefit Type

Salaried High Fringe / Full-Time

Overview

LMI is seeking an experienced Field Systems (RF / IoT) Engineer to support a DoD client. The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in working with RFID, sensors, internet of things (IOT), Bluetooth, and similar technologies along with experience deploying these technologies and related infrastructure to various operational environments. This position can be performed remotely within the U.S., some travel is required. This position requires an active secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Who We Are

We're not here to maintain the status quo - we're here to rewrite it and innovate at the pace of need. Our team is laser-focused on creating cutting-edge RFID and IoT solutions for the DoD that bring sensors, wireless networks, and real-time logistics to life. We're a no-bench, get-after-it kind of company where initiative is rewarded, and innovation is our default setting. If you're ready to take on complex technical challenges, travel to real-world sites, and turn ideas into operational capability, keep reading.

Responsibilities

The Opportunity

We're looking for someone who thrives at the intersection of hardware, networking, and data. You'll design and deploy RFID, Bluetooth, and IoT solutions that power next-generation logistics and asset tracking for defense missions worldwide. This role combines hands-on engineering with system-level problem solving. You'll recommend, configure, and optimize sensors, readers, and communications infrastructure across diverse environments-from depots and ports to forward operating bases

What You'll Do

Design and deploy wireless data collection and communication systems that meet unique operational and envioronmental constraints.

• Recommend and implement hardware, infrastructure, and installation configurations tailored to each facility's layout and mission needs.
• Analyze and tune communication protocols for varying bandwidth, latency, frequency, proximity, and payload requirements.
• Develop and refine new wireless communication methods to improve logistics efficiency.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate interference or signal degradation issues in complex environments.
• Apply RF engineering principles and tools to maximize system performance and reliability.
• Support troubleshooting, optimization, and sustainment for deployed systems in the field.
• Develop and execute test and qualification procedures for wireless and IoT systems.
• Travel up to 25-50% to support installations, testing, and on-site engineering work.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.

Bonus Points For

LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact accommodations@lmi.org

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