RF Design Engineer III

Textron • Towson, MD

63d

About The Position

Textron Systems Electronic Systems is looking for a Radio Frequency (RF)/Microwave (MW) Design Engineer to add to our team developing state of the art RF/MW assemblies for our rapidly growing business unit. The ideal candidate would have a passion for developing component-level RF/MW and analog hardware designs, along with a working knowledge of digital hardware designs. This Electrical engineer position will be responsible for the detailed design and selection of components and sub-circuits with exposure to the entire hardware design cycle, from conceptual design to production support as well as leading junior engineers to support the development efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering with 5-10 years of MW/RF experience or Master of Science with a concentration in RF/MW Design with 3-5 years of experience.
• Experience designing Integrated Microwave Assemblies (IMA) and the key design elements.
• Expertise with simulation and CAD tools used in performing RF/MW designs.
• Detailed knowledge of RF/MW circuit design, analysis, and layout techniques.
• Background of RF/MW component selection and key design trade-offs.
• Extensive knowledge of RF/Microwave testing equipment including synthesizers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, vector network analyzers, phase noise test set.
• Ability to interface directly with engineering, test, manufacturing, and suppliers/subcontractors.
• Proficiency in designing, specifying, and testing of electrical components, subassemblies, and cables.
• Ability to work with people in a collaborative environment and earn the respect of peers.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with ADS, Genesys, Autocad, Mentor Graphics DxDesigner, or equivalent preferred.
• Detailed design experience doing printed filters, amplifiers, mixers, and all key RF/MMW components.
• Experience testing and troubleshooting MW/RF, analog, and digital designs.
• Working knowledge of key RF/MW manufacturing technology including SMT based designs and hybrid chip & wire designs.
• Exposure to National Instruments LabWindows / CVI desirable in relationship to automated RF/MW testing.
• Demonstrated requirements analysis, preliminary design and detail design skills. Strong analog skills.
• Experience estimating engineering efforts and developing or maintaining project schedules a plus.
• MS Office Suite experience (PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Project, Word).
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Team player.
• Self-motivated personality and ability to work independently as well as on a team.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of small RF/MW group designing state-of-the-art integrated microwave assemblies with access to latest technology in RF and MW design.
• Work as the main engineer designing Integrated Microwave Assemblies (IMA).
• Support development through component selection, evaluation, simulation, modeling, and testing.
• Research, simulation, and modeling of individual components and system level designs.
• Design work ranging from analog and digital circuits, fabrication and assembly, PCB design, hybrid assembly, test, and debugging of electrical assemblies.
• Opportunities to work in all aspects of design from initial development phase through full-rate production support.
• Challenging work supporting all products in the fast-moving design environment of Textron Systems Electronic Systems organization.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree