Design/Development Engineer I
About The Position
Hiring: Early Career RF/Microwave Engineer developing high-power vacuum electronic products from concept through production support. Microwave Power Products, Inc. (MPP), headquartered in Palo Alto, California, is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems focused primarily on communications and defense markets. With a heritage of technological excellence that spans decades, MPP serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial and scientific markets by developing and manufacturing hardware used in the generation, amplification, transmission and reception of microwave signals. As part of the TransDigm (TDG) family, MPP offers the agility of a technically deep manufacturing site backed by the scale and discipline of a global aerospace leader. If you like seeing your designs turn into real hardware, this role puts you right in the middle of it. You’ll work on high-power microwave and vacuum electronic devices that support communications, defense, medical, and scientific applications, partnering closely with manufacturing to take products from concept through production.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.
- Ability to receive a DOD security clearance.
- Comfort managing projects or technical assignments with minimal supervision
- A practical understanding of engineering fundamentals, with exposure to areas such as: RF/microwave concepts, Vacuum science or high-power electronics, Materials, processes, and manufacturing principles
- A genuine passion for hands-on problem solving.
- Experience with (or willingness to learn) solid modeling tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams.
- A collaborative mindset, solid work ethic, and personal accountability for results.
- Applicants must be able to comply with applicable export control requirements.
- For security clearance position, the candidate must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance as required, holding a security clearance is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and improve new and legacy power grid products, from development through production support
- Identify design issues, troubleshoot root causes, and implement corrective actions
- Track technical progress on assigned devices and systems to ensure issues are resolved efficiently
- Partner closely with manufacturing during pilot builds and first production runs, ensuring smooth transitions from engineering to the factory floor
- Support production as needed to maintain performance, yield, and reliability
- Stay current on relevant technologies and best practices in RF, vacuum electronics, materials, and manufacturing
- Contribute to proposals and technical concepts for new or improved products
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Purchasing, Production Control, Marketing, Customer Service, and others to meet program and business goals
- Support other related engineering duties as assigned
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous 401(k) match
- Commuter benefits within the Stanford Research Park
- Complimentary EV charging
- Paid time off and holidays
- Training and opportunities for skill development and growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
