Electrical Engineer: RF Subsystems

HRL Laboratories • Lost Hills, CA

109d • $120,715 - $150,895

About The Position

Contribute technical expertise and work within a fast-paced team of scientists and engineers on the development of next generation RF/mmWave Subsystems. Candidate will be expected to work within diverse teams taking responsibility for the design, implementation and test of high-performance electrical subsystems. Perform preliminary and critical designs based on COTS or custom active and passive parts and components with oversight from a Senior Engineer. Perform or oversee fabrication and testing with oversight from a Senior Engineer. Schematic Capture, PCB layout, fabrication documentation and module assembly. Work with Mechanical Engineering to develop thermal solutions and any mechanical design considerations.

Requirements

• Experience with Schematic Capture.
• Experience with PCB Layout.
• At least 3 years of experience designing, implementing, and testing electronics circuits.
• Experience simulating electronics behavior in Spice, ADS, or similar software.
• Experience with RF & mmW PCB development, layout, and testing is a plus.
• Experience with Altium Designer is preferred.
• Experience with design and qualification of hardware for military applications.
• Working knowledge of electronic sub-assemblies from component to subsystem level.
• Familiarity with characteristics and tradeoffs of active and passive components.
• Understanding of RF components and devices.
• Knowledge of microelectronic packaging/integration and thermal management.
• Familiarity with digital, mixed-signal, power and signal integrity tools.
• Familiarity with PCB manufacturing standards (IPC 6012, IPC-A-610, Drill tolerancing, etc.).
• Proficiency in using computers and engineering workstations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with RF & mmW PCB development, layout, and testing.
• Experience with Altium Designer.
• Familiarity with digital, mixed-signal, power and signal integrity tools.

Responsibilities

• Contribute technical expertise in RF/mmWave Subsystems development.
• Design, implement, and test high-performance electrical subsystems.
• Perform preliminary and critical designs based on COTS or custom components.
• Oversee fabrication and testing with guidance from a Senior Engineer.
• Conduct Schematic Capture and PCB layout.
• Prepare fabrication documentation and module assembly.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering on thermal solutions and mechanical design.

Benefits

• Base salary range of $120,715 - $150,895 + bonus + benefits.
• EEO/AA employer.
• Drug-free workplace with pre-employment substance abuse testing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees