RF/Microwave Engineer

Mach Industries

$80K — $120K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience in RF design and development.
  • Proficiency in basic RF concepts like impedance matching and microwave network analysis.
  • Familiarity with RF circuit simulation tools (e.g., AWR MWO, Keysight ADS, Genesys).
  • Experience with Altium Designer.

Responsibilities

  • Design advanced RF/Microwave front ends and transceivers for next-gen products.
  • Exhibit mastery of RF components including matching networks and mixers.
  • Create schematics and PCB layouts for RF transceivers and high-speed circuits.
  • Minimize and troubleshoot EMI/RFI issues using best practices.
  • Conduct design validation testing with relevant test equipment.
  • Integrate RF/Microwave designs into aircraft and other systems.
  • Analyze operational RF performance data to identify improvement methods.
  • Contribute to embedded software development.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
About Mach Industries

Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 120 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition.

Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security.

The Role

As a member of the engineering team, you will take a lead role in the development of next-generation defense technologies, including but not limited to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), missiles, and advanced weapon systems. You'll regularly interact with senior leadership to influence fundamental operation of our platforms while collaborating with electrical, software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to steer this project from initial conception to manufacturing

Key Responsibilities
  • Design of advanced RF/Microwave front ends and transceivers in support of next generation products including phased arrays, transmitters, and receivers
  • Mastery and expertise of RF/Microwave components such as matching networks, filter synthesis, LNAs, Mixers, VGA, PLL/Synthesizers, and VCOs
  • Design, schematic capture, and PCB layout of RF/Microwave transceivers and High-Speed circuits
  • Utilize best practice and strategies to minimize and troubleshoot EMI/RFI issues
  • Perform design validation testing of prototype and production designs with test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum/signal analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, noise figure meters, and etc.
  • Contribute to various aspects of the integration of the RF/Microwave designs into aircraft and other systems
  • Analyze in-the-field operational RF/Microwave performance data of units and investigate methods to improve performance and debug issues
  • Contribute to development of embedded software


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in RF design and development.
  • Experience with basic RF concepts such as impedance matching, smith charts, power handling metrics (IP3, IMD, Harmonic Distortion, Phase Noise), microwave network analysis.
  • Familiarity with one or more of the mainstream RF circuit simulation tools: AWR MWO, Keysight ADS, Genesys
  • Familiarity with Altium Designer


Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with antenna concepts.
  • Familiarity with Radar concepts and design.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Strong design background with a long history of problem solving and taking on new challenges


Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is an innovative yet disciplined engineer with a deep understanding of RF principles, general knowledge of analog and digital circuits. Also, general knowledge of related disciplines such as mechanical design, fabrication/production, and software development is highly valued. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a substantial impact in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Disclosures

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and training, critical skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Mach's total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Mach is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. If you'd like to defend the American way of life, please reach out!

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