Entry- to Mid-Level RF Engineer

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an entry to mid-level Electrical Engineer with a focus on RF and Microwave hardware design for the Iris Radio project within the Civil & Commercial Space Division. The Iris Radio is designed for deep space missions and is currently undergoing updates to enhance its capabilities. The role involves active RF hardware design at the component and PCB level, testing designs on the bench, and integrating them with other team members' work. SDL provides a well-equipped test lab for this purpose. The position requires interest and knowledge in receiver and LNA design, as well as transmitter and SSPA design. Familiarity with switch mode power supplies, digital control systems, and RF system testing of subassemblies and final assemblies is also necessary. A strong work ethic, curiosity, and intelligence are essential. The selected candidate will collaborate with team members, receive mentorship from experienced engineers, and be considered a key asset to SDL's mission. The Civil & Commercial Space Division is involved in cutting-edge scientific research and space exploration, equipping missions with advanced sensors and satellites, and providing AI&T technologies and mission management for projects across planetary science, Earth observation, heliophysics, and astrophysics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred)
Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
Working knowledge as an Electrical Engineer with an emphasis in RF and related technologies
Demonstrated broad knowledge, understanding, and perspective of electrical systems and sensors
Anticipates risks and develops contingency plans to manage them
Ability to relate well to people at all levels inside and outside of the organization with the ability to preserve relationships, even under difficult or challenging circumstances
Ability to author written reports and/or professional papers in referred journals
Interest and knowledge of receiver and LNA design as well as transmitter and SSPA design
Knowledge of switch mode power supplies, digital control systems, as well as the RF system testing of the individual subassemblies and final assemblies

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or Ph.D. in electrical engineering

Responsibilities

Has technical responsibility for planning and conducting technical projects or phases of projects
Coordinates the efforts of technical support personnel, PCB Layout Designers, Technical Writers, and Electrical Technicians as required
Evaluates vendor capabilities to provide required products or services.
The ability to follow the leadership of more experienced engineers