RF Engineer

Voyager Technologies, Inc. • San Diego, CA

13h • $125,000 - $195,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The RF Engineer for Voyager Technologies’ Products line works on new designs based on customer requirements, develops products for the company’s portfolio, and resolves issues with existing designs. The role is part of the Engineering department, reports to the VP of Product Design, and is based onsite in San Diego, California.

The engineer derives and documents RF subsystem requirements, creates RF schematics, and lays out or guides the layout of printed circuit boards. The role also includes design validation, troubleshooting and testing complex RF circuit boards and assemblies, developing RF test procedures, supporting manufacturing and integration, and assisting with system integration and test troubleshooting. The engineer supports design and development reviews, customer meetings, proposals, and trade studies, and must be able to meet aggressive schedules.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain and maintain the required U.S. Government security clearance. The stated base salary range is $125,000–$195,000. Voyager describes its compensation package as including flexible time off, health coverage, fitness memberships, a 401(k) with company match, wellness programs, and additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or a master’s degree with an emphasis on RF.
• At least 6 years of experience in RF hardware and schematic design, preferably using Altium, from UHF to Ka-band.
• Experience designing LNAs and power amplifiers up to 10W at Ka/Ku-band.
• Experience with RF analysis and simulations, PCB layout (preferably Altium), and testing from UHF to Ka-band.
• Experience with RF test equipment and laboratory practices.
• Ability to multitask, work on multiple projects, and support production activities.
• Strong technical background and ability to come up to speed quickly on new technologies.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance at the level required for the position and applicable government contract; the role also requires appropriate access eligibility and a need-to-know.
• Must meet U.S. Person and export-authorization eligibility requirements described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of space-environment design issues, including EMI/EMC, radiation, temperature, shock, and vibration.
• Knowledge of Python, C/C++, MATLAB, and scripting or test automation.
• Experience with EDA software such as Altium, AWR/MWO, or Genesys/ADS.

Responsibilities

• Derive and document RF subsystem requirements (UC, DC, PA, and LNA) from system or top-level requirements.
• Produce RF schematics to capture the design.
• Lay out or guide the layout of printed circuit boards (PCBs) based on schematics.
• Validate designs and troubleshoot and test complex RF circuit boards and assemblies.
• Develop RF test procedures and perform them when needed.
• Assist with manufacturing complex PCB assemblies and resolve issues integrating them into higher assemblies.
• Provide troubleshooting support for system integration and testing.
• Meet aggressive or accelerated schedule deadlines.
• Support internal and external design and development gate reviews with related documentation.
• Support customer meetings.
• Participate in proposals and trade studies, including evaluating contractor and subcontractor proposals for technical feasibility.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with access to more than 12,700 locations nationwide and free on-demand workout videos before enrollment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match of up to 4%.
• Company wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• Opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior