Job Title: Lead, RF EngineerJob Code: 44388Job Location: Palm Bay, FLJob Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday offJob Description:L3Harris is seeking a highly driven
RF Hardware Design Engineer to support the design and development of advanced RF solutions for
space-to-ground communication systems. In this role, you will contribute to mission-critical hardware used in resilient, high-reliability space platforms that enable secure connectivity for our customers. You will be part of a collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation, rapid development, and precision execution.
Essential Functions:- Design, simulate, and implement RF circuits and subsystems including LNAs, PAs, filters, mixers, synthesizers, and transceiver modules for space-to-ground communication links.
- Develop and refine system-level RF architectures that meet demanding environmental, performance, and reliability requirements for space applications.
- Lead schematic design, RF component selection, and PCB layout review with a focus on radiation tolerance, thermal performance, and high-frequency signal integrity.
- Perform hardware bring-up, tuning, and RF characterization using advanced lab equipment (VNA, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, etc.) for first article deployment
- Support environmental, thermal, and radiation-effects considerations as part of design verification for space systems.
- Work closely with systems engineering, digital hardware, firmware, antenna engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration and efficient production.
- Troubleshoot complex RF issues, execute root-cause analysis, and propose design improvements to enhance reliability and mission readiness.
- Create detailed technical documentation including requirements, design reports, test procedures, and verification artifacts consistent with L3Harris engineering standards.
- Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.
Qualifications:- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree in Engineering and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:- Experience designing for a space environment.
- Hold a current security Clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance
- Knowledge of space communication standards, high-frequency payload architectures, or ground-segment RF equipment.
- Familiarity with environmental and qualification standards (MIL-STD, NASA, ESA, or similar)
- Proficiency with RF simulation tools such as ADS, AWR Microwave Office, HFSS, or equivalent.
- Strong understanding of RF fundamentals including impedance matching, linearity, gain, noise figure, phase noise, and EMI/EMC.
- Experience with PCB design tools (Altium, Cadence Allegro, or similar).
- Experience in high-volume or mission-critical manufacturing environments
- Experience leading teams and project designs
- Trade study execution and ownership
- Problem-solving skills with ability to proactively identify alternate solutions to overcome difficult technical challenges.
- Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Provide mentorship to early career engineers
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