RF Engineer

The Structures Company•Chelmsford, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Supports production of complex multifunction modules for high-reliability applications across all phases of the product life cycle. Works on complex technical problems and provides innovative solutions, independently identifying and resolving issues associated with implementing operational products. Troubleshoots designs and resolves integration issues in a production or manufacturing environment. Performs hands-on RF engineering tasks, using RF microwave test equipment for testing and validation and microwave simulation tools for design and analysis. Develops technical documentation, including specifications, schematic drawings, and test data, and leads investigations into production or technical failures. The position is located in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, and is a 12-month contract with potential for extension. The shift is Monday through Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. An active Secret security clearance is required to start. The listed pay rate is $97.12 per hour.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR.
Active Secret security clearance required to start.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred, or a bachelor's degree in a STEM field with at least 5 years of relevant professional engineering experience.
Experience troubleshooting designs and resolving integration issues in a production or manufacturing environment.
Hands-on hardware experience.
Experience with RF microwave test equipment and microwave simulation tools.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related technical field.
Significant relevant experience in the defense electronics industry.
Expertise with RF subsystems and hardware, including antennas, transmitters, receivers, microwave components, low-noise amplifiers, high-power amplifiers, advanced electronic modules, amplifiers, mixers, switches, frequency-generation circuits, and frequency-conversion circuits.
Experience with microelectronics assembly techniques.
Experience producing technical documentation such as specifications, schematic drawings, and test data.

Responsibilities

Support production of complex multifunction modules for high-reliability applications throughout the product life cycle.
Solve complex technical problems and provide innovative solutions.
Independently identify and resolve issues associated with implementation of operational products.
Troubleshoot designs and resolve integration issues in production or manufacturing environments.
Perform hands-on RF engineering tasks.
Use RF microwave test equipment for testing and validation.
Use microwave simulation tools for design and analysis.
Develop technical documentation, including specifications, schematic drawings, and test data.
Lead investigations into production or technical failures.