NuWaves RF Solutions

Senior Radio Frequency Design Engineer

NuWaves RF Solutions • $100K — $130K *
Cincinnati, OH 45238In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • 15+ years of Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering experience.
  • Expertise in specialized RF circuits and systems design.
  • Proficient with Engineering Design Software tools such as Genesys, AWR, and SPICE.
  • Experience in proposal and technical writing.

Responsibilities

  • Make decisions on system approaches and tradeoffs.
  • Improve daily processes for meeting customer requirements.
  • Lead the RF Engineering Technical Teams according to company culture.
  • Communicate effectively with Program Managers and the Engineering Team.
  • Lead the Bid and Proposal process with engineering estimates and technical evaluations.
  • Write various technical documents supporting strategic goals.
  • Mentor junior RF engineers and direct Engineering Technicians.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to mentor and lead in a technical capacity.
  • Involvement in high-value RF engineering development projects.
  • Collaborative team environment aligned with company culture.
  • Flexibility in approach to engineering challenges.
Full Job Description
General Summary: This senior-level Engineering position requires 15+ years of Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering experience and thus is a subject-matter expert, assisting all RF Engineering efforts at NuWaves. This includes proposal and technical writing, circuit and system-level design, and leadership. The Senior Radio Frequency Design Engineer also works closely with customers and potential customers on business development efforts.

Essential Functions

  • Make sound decisions for system approaches and tradeoffs.
  • Assist in improving daily processes to ensure the Engineering Technical Team meets customer requirements.
  • Lead the RF Engineering Technical Teams to be a culture in alignment with NuWaves' Culture statement.
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and by writing, to Program Managers and to the Engineering Technical Team.
  • Lead the Bid and Proposal (B&P) process by providing engineering cost estimates, technical writing that conveys competency, technical evaluation, engineering approaches, and detailed solutions.
  • Write technical papers, white papers, status reports, and application notes that support NuWaves' strategic and tactical plans.
  • Be accountable to Program Managers in meeting deadlines and deliverables.
  • Mentor junior RF engineers.
  • Direct Engineering Technicians to effectively and proficiently complete project tasks.
  • Work effectively with CAD engineers in capturing design details.
  • Write test plans, reports, and system requirements.
  • Lead the engineering teams and offer expertise in developing, implementing, and managing the overall engineering methodology. Drive new thoughts in approach, processes and methods.
  • Interact with potential new business clients to conduct project feasibility, to determine their engineering needs, and to convey technical competency.
  • Increase the overall productivity of the Engineering domain as evidenced by lower cost, higher quality solutions provided on-time. Challenge the organization to strive for higher performance levels.
  • Develop customer relationships in pursuit of high-value RF engineering development projects.
  • Any other duties as assigned.


Competencies

  • Technical leadership in setting and accomplishing project tasks
  • Proficient in the design of RF systems
  • Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the design of specialized RF circuits and systems
  • Broad yet expert knowledge and understanding of RF electrical circuits and systems
  • Expert in the use Engineering Design Software tools (e.g. Genesys, AWR, SPICE)
  • Complex problem solving/analysis
  • Results-Driven Leadership
  • Business Acumen
  • Performance Management
  • Communication Proficiency


Candidate is expected to have a Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 15+ years of RF module and/or RF Systems engineering experience.

About NuWaves RF Solutions

NuWaves RF Solutions is a defense electronics company that specializes in the design and manufacture of RF and microwave components and subsystems. The company was founded in 2000 by Jeff Wells and is headquartered in Middletown, Ohio. NuWaves RF Solutions provides a range of products and services to the defense industry, including custom RF design, prototyping, and testing. The company's products are used in a variety of applications, including radar, electronic warfare, and communications. NuWaves RF Solutions has received several awards for its work, including the Small Business Administration's Small Business of the Year award in 2014.
Learn more about NuWaves RF Solutions
Size
50 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
2000
* Ladders Estimates

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