Lead RF Hardware Engineer

Analog Devices • Elizabeth, MA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

ADI’s Aerospace and Defense business is seeking a highly skilled and motivated senior level RF Hardware Engineer to support the transition of advanced RF modules from prototype design to full-scale production. This candidate will have an RF design background and be positioned in the engineering business unit alongside the multi-discipline development teams. The individual will provide leadership over all aspects of design validation in the prototype phase, and work to implement processes and design improvements to ensure high yields as the product transitions into a production environment. To succeed, a deep module design and test background will be required to ensure efficient deployment of products. A successful candidate will tightly interface with both design engineering and manufacturing operations to understand requirements, theory of design operation, and risks associated with yielding hardware in production. This role is critical in optimizing manufacturing processes, improving product yields through design best practices, and ensuring high-performance microwave assemblies meet stringent customer requirements. Products cover a range of military, commercial, and satellite applications. Microwave assemblies include amplifiers, up/down converters, synthesizers, and high-speed data converters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years’ experience in RF/Microwave or electronics design
• Demonstrated ability and/or experience leading full signal chain design in a cross-functional setting.
• RF/Microwave design experience including chain analysis, circuit/system modeling, and product integration & test (millimeter wave experience preferred)
• Proficient in the lab working with equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, network analyzers, signal generators, automated test instrumentation.
• Familiar with design for power and signal integrity with mixed signal hardware including RF and digital interfaces.
• Capable of adapting to the changing needs of a design and prototyping environment.
• Effective communication, judgement, and teamwork skills are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with peers, managers, and project stakeholders effectively using both verbal and written communications
• US Citizen only with ability to obtain government security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Experience utilizing RF/Microwave design tools including Microwave Office (MWO/VSS) or Advanced Design System (ADS + Genesys)
• Experience with developing robust test plans and designing automated test fixtures and test sequencing using Python scripting or equivalent.
• Problem solving: quickly assess situations, collect relevant information from subject matter experts and drive manageable solutions
• Planning and organization: set and manage priorities, adapt to change, drive progress of activities, issues, risks and deliverables to closure
• Act decisively and make clear, timely decisions in the best interest of the project
• Creativity and innovation: explore new options to bridge project challenges or improve processes, identify and address challenges across functional boundaries
• Leadership skills and experience directing and mentoring engineers on complex programs
• High speed data converter (DAC, ADC, and transceiver) experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Full life cycle system design and ownership including collecting requirements, signal chain simulations, schematic design, component selection, supervision or completion of layout, bring-up, test, debug and system integration.
• Design and evaluate complex multi-chip designs and architectures from DC to 55GHz+
• Identify viable architectures, complete system and chip-level design trades including frequency planning, spur analysis, phase noise, gain, IP2/IP3, and noise figure performance.
• Review multilayer printed circuit boards paying attention to high-speed effects, signal flow, and proper design rule adherence.
• Design for test (DFT) definition & development to improve testability, quality and reduce cost.
• Design test fixturing to allow for full product characterization.
• Perform research and analysis on the best design techniques for specific product challenges.
• Develop and implement system improvements, modifications, and upgrades.
• Own and oversee hardware and system bring up, development of test plan and protocols, debug, evaluation, and validation in a lab environment.
• Act as a technical lead for cross-functional teams, and as a confident peer influencer and mentor
• Verify and validate design to ensure compliance to customer specifications and expectations
• Prepare proposal documents, including technical, cost and schedule estimates
• Execute technology roadmaps and benchmark plans through release of products

Benefits

• Hybrid work model, home and in-office, opportunities vary depending on job function and group.
• Compressed work week option – alternating regular week followed by four 10’s with Fri off.
• Voted in the top 100 (#75) best places to work 2024 Glassdoor.
• Benefits : medical, dental, vision, 401(k), HSA, HCSA, DCSA, paid leaves and vacation, disability, life insurance, employee assistance, tuition reimbursement, back-up childcare, ESPP, bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees