RF & Microwave Engineering Manager

Teledyne FLIR LLC$177K — $236K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; Master’s preferred
  • 10+ years of RF engineering experience, including leadership roles
  • Expertise with RF simulation tools, test equipment, and design methodologies
  • Strong understanding of regulatory standards (FCC, ITAR)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and RF design software (HFSS, ADS, CST, MATLAB)
  • Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for government security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage RF engineering teams across multiple R&D projects
  • Develop and execute RF system architecture and design strategies
  • Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
  • Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and quality assurance protocols
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and project teams
  • Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams
  • Conduct technical studies, simulations, and performance testing of RF systems

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits
  • 401(k) with company match and retirement plans
  • Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
  • Collaborative environment working on mission-critical technology
Full Job Description

Job Description

  

Lead RF innovation for next-generation technologies. Teledyne Microwave Solutions has over 50 years of experience delivering advanced microwave/RF components and integrated assemblies for aerospace, defense, and communications. Our technologies power aviation, radar, Satcom, space, and electronic warfare systems worldwide. If you’re an experienced leader ready to drive research and development in RF systems, mentor engineering teams, and deliver cutting-edge solutions, this role is for you.

What you’ll do
  • Lead and manage RF engineering teams across multiple R&D projects
  • Develop and execute RF system architecture and design strategies
  • Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
  • Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and quality assurance protocols
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and project teams
  • Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams
  • Review and approve engineering deliverables and initiate corrective actions
  • Conduct technical studies, simulations, and performance testing of RF systems
  • Prepare cost estimates and support proposal development for new projects
  • Stay current with industry trends and emerging RF technologies
What you need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred) (required)
  • 10+ years of RF engineering experience, including leadership roles (required)
  • Expertise with RF simulation tools, test equipment, and design methodologies (required)
  • Strong understanding of regulatory standards (FCC, ITAR) (required)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and RF design software (HFSS, ADS, CST, MATLAB) (required)
  • Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance (required)
What we offer
  • Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits
  • 401(k) with company match and retirement plans
  • Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
  • A collaborative environment working on mission-critical technology
What happens next

Apply online through Teledyne’s careers page. If your qualifications align, our team will contact you for interviews and guide you through the clearance process.

  

Salary Range:

$177,500.00-$236,600.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

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