Lead, RF/Microwave Power Amplifier Design Engineer (Space Systems)

L3Harris Technologies-posted 8 months ago
$104,500 - $193,500/Yr
Full-time • Senior
San Diego, CA
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
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L3Harris in San Diego, CA is seeking a senior professional with strong knowledge of RF/microwave engineering and communication theory to support the design and manufacture of Tracking, Telemetry, and Command products for airborne and space-based applications. The engineer will perform circuit card and subsystem design, integration and test of RF hardware. The ideal candidate will possess a diverse array of skills, encompassing proficiency in RF/microwave engineering, knowledge of digital modulation techniques, and an in-depth grasp of communications theory.

  • Responsible for all aspects of RF/microwave product development, including circuit card and subsystem design, schematic capture, circuit design, derating, and Worst-Case Analysis (WCA)
  • Manage complex projects or processes with general oversight
  • Determine design approaches and parameters
  • Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, and evaluate results
  • Select components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability
  • Perform simulations and present design reviews to peer engineers
  • Lead and perform trade studies required to make both tactical and strategic technical decisions for programs
  • Conduct design verification testing to validate the performance of designs
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to RF/microwave circuits and power amplifiers
  • Provide mentoring, guidance and leadership to novice engineers
  • Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required and at least 6 years of industry experience. Masters of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with at least 4 years of industry experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • 4+ years experience designing high frequency, preferably X-Band or higher, RF/microwave Power Modules and Amplifiers
  • Experience writing RF/microwave Power Module and Amplifier specifications, including Power Supply and requirements
  • 5+ years of RF/microwave engineering principles and hands on experience with RF/microwave and communications test equipment
  • Experience performing linear and non-linear RF circuit design and analysis using ADS, HFSS, Momentum or similar
  • Experience with digital modulation techniques to include BPSK, QPSK, and related distortion metrics like EVM
  • Experience troubleshooting RF/microwave subassemblies to the component level
  • Ability to independently conduct design verification testing (DVT)
  • Experience performing RF system analysis using ADS System Vue, AWR VSS, or similar
  • Ability to perform linear and non-linear analysis of RF/microwave circuits using Keysight ADS or similar
  • Familiarity with transmitter and receiver architecture design
  • Transmitter design: gain distribution, linearity, modulation formats synthesizer architecture, and EVM performance
  • Receiver front end design: Noise figure, dynamic range, acquisition and tracking threshold, and BER performance
  • Experience with performing 3D Electromagnetic analysis using HFSS or similar
  • Working knowledge of modems
  • Understanding of digital design fundamentals to include modem architectures, power supplies, interfacing with ADCs, FPGAs, and more
  • Understanding of non-linear effects of the TX chain and (digital or analog) predistortion techniques to mitigate amplitude and/or phase distortion
  • Understanding of AM/AM and AM/PM conversion and TX chain saturation
  • Understanding of thermo-mechanical and heatsinking aspects of power amplifier design
  • Familiarity with DVB-S2 waveform
  • Experience with military or space qualified hardware designs
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Health and disability insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • EAP
  • Education assistance
  • Parental leave
  • Paid time off
  • Company-paid holidays
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