RF Engineer II - RF Electronics

BAE Systems Plc•Westminster, CO

56d•$77,809 - $132,275•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution. What You'll Do: Be responsible for the hands-on design and realization of RF passive and active circuits used in phased array antennas, larger RF systems, and other RF components. Design and test circuits for receivers, transmitters, local oscillators, and RF subsystems. Designs typically range in frequency from VHF through 20 GHz. Simulate circuit and system performance using analytical software such as AWR Microwave Office, VSS, Agilent ADS, SystemVue, and MATLAB. Collaborate with other engineers and technicians to realize completed RF electronics and RF designs. Participate and guide the testing of RF hardware for required performance metrics in antenna and phased array systems: VSWR, insertion loss, power, G/T, etc. Test components (e.g. amplifiers, mixers, limiters, oscillators) for suitability in designs. Design circuit boards for use in receivers and transmitters. Design chip and wire components for use in receivers, high-power limiters, and transmitters. Test and document designs in preparation for potential production. Complete understanding and wide application of technical principle, theories, and concepts in the field. Mentor and guide more junior engineers and technicians in the design, build, and test phases of projects and programs. Provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. Represent the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Interface well with other people at all levels including customers, use initiative in applying solutions to assignments. Contribute to large teams. Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment. Perform other duties as necessary. On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Requirements

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED
BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 2 or more years related experience.
Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
Requires full competency in core RF engineering and antenna theory and skills and general knowledge of other related disciplines.
Excellent communication skills. Ability to assist with the preparation and delivery of presentations.
Experience and skills to effectively contribute to successful producibility of designs and to cost, budget, and schedule control.
Some exposure and experience with the radiating components/antennas that are typically used in phased array systems.
Experience and proficiency in programming, data manipulation, and data visualization in MATLAB.
Must be able to schedule and execute measurements at internal and external facilities; perform measurement analysis and troubleshooting.
Experience with RF test equipment (including RF signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers).
Demonstrated ability to apply technical expertise in RF engineering and to leverage knowledge of other related disciplines.
Demonstrated ability to lead RF efforts and tasks and to guide technical project teams toward the completion of program goals and milestones.
A DoD Interim Secret clearance will be required to start work and required to be maintained to continue work. Higher level clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

Nice To Haves

RF electronics hardware design and RF system design experience is desirable.
RF hardware and microwave circuit board / PCB layout experience is desirable.
Experience with circuit simulation is not required, but highly desirable.
Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

Be responsible for the hands-on design and realization of RF passive and active circuits used in phased array antennas, larger RF systems, and other RF components.
Design and test circuits for receivers, transmitters, local oscillators, and RF subsystems. Designs typically range in frequency from VHF through 20 GHz.
Simulate circuit and system performance using analytical software such as AWR Microwave Office, VSS, Agilent ADS, SystemVue, and MATLAB.
Collaborate with other engineers and technicians to realize completed RF electronics and RF designs.
Participate and guide the testing of RF hardware for required performance metrics in antenna and phased array systems: VSWR, insertion loss, power, G/T, etc.
Test components (e.g. amplifiers, mixers, limiters, oscillators) for suitability in designs.
Design circuit boards for use in receivers and transmitters.
Design chip and wire components for use in receivers, high-power limiters, and transmitters.
Test and document designs in preparation for potential production.
Complete understanding and wide application of technical principle, theories, and concepts in the field.
Mentor and guide more junior engineers and technicians in the design, build, and test phases of projects and programs.
Provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.
Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. Represent the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.
Interface well with other people at all levels including customers, use initiative in applying solutions to assignments. Contribute to large teams.
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as necessary.

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards