2+ years of experience in Microwave/RF system analysis, design, and testing
Hands-on experience with electromagnetic simulation tools like HFSS, ADS, and CST
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM field; Master's preferred
Existing Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
Competence in technical writing and presentations
Responsibilities
Design microwave components, cards, and systems
Conduct hands-on testing of microwave technology
Support production activities with technical expertise
Manage cost and schedule as part of team leadership
Travel to integration sites and collaborate with customers and subcontractors
Benefits
Opportunity to engage in cutting-edge RF/Microwave design
Work in a supportive and collaborative production environment
Enhance skills through practical application and self-study
Chance to lead proposals and technical presentations
Access to professional development and training opportunities
Full Job Description
Electrical Engineer II: RF Microwave Engineer
We have an opportunity for an electrical engineer who is seeking to utilize their strong academic background and experience in RF/Microwave system theory and design, including architectures, subsystems, components and Active Electronically Steered Antennas (AESAs). The successful candidate will employ their working knowledge of Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) and analytical skills in electromagnetic and microwave theory. Responsibilities include design and hands-on testing of microwave components, cards and systems plus providing technical support to production activities.Team leadership skills including cost and schedule management plus proposal writing and presentation experience are desired.Some travel to integration sites, plus customer and subcontractor facilities, may be required.
Required skills:
2+ years of Microwave/RF system, subsystem and component analysis, design and test experience
Hands-on experience with electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS, ADS, CST, and analytical tools such as Matlab
Desired Skills:
Background designing and testing analog CCAs, including frequency conversion, automatic gain control, amplifier design and analog filter design
Experience in electrical interconnects and transmission line design
Understanding of EMI analysis and mitigation techniques
Propensity for learning through self-study, and being comfortable in a multi-tasking environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Understanding of allocating and flowing down requirements from the system to the component level
Knowledge of cost estimating, plus budget and schedule management
Experience in a production environment
Strong academic background that includes courses in: Microwave Engineering, Microwave Systems, Electromagnetic Theory and Radar Systems
Strong hands on experience with microwave testing techniques, including using spectrum analyzers, Real-time Spectrum Analyzers (RSAs), Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) and Performance Network Analyzer (PNAs)
Experience in technical writing, proposal writing, and oral presentations
Existing Secret clearance or ability to obtain a Secret clearance with interim clearance
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a STEM related major Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a STEM related major is a plus
Qualifications
Required skills:
2+ years of Microwave/RF system, subsystem and component analysis, design and test experience
Hands-on experience with electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS, ADS, CST, and analytical tools such as Matlab
Desired Skills:
Background designing and testing analog CCAs, including frequency conversion, automatic gain control, amplifier design and analog filter design
Experience in electrical interconnects and transmission line design
Understanding of EMI analysis and mitigation techniques
Propensity for learning through self-study, and being comfortable in a multi-tasking environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Understanding of allocating and flowing down requirements from the system to the component level
Knowledge of cost estimating, plus budget and schedule management
Experience in a production environment
Strong academic background that includes courses in: Microwave Engineering, Microwave Systems, Electromagnetic Theory and Radar Systems
Strong hands on experience with microwave testing techniques, including using spectrum analyzers, Real-time Spectrum Analyzers (RSAs), Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) and Performance Network Analyzer (PNAs)
Experience in technical writing, proposal writing, and oral presentations
Existing Secret clearance or ability to obtain a Secret clearance with interim clearance
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a STEM related major Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a STEM related major is a plus
Additional Information
This position requires an active security clearance.
