RF Engineer, Mid-Level

Simulation Technologies•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

SimTech, Inc. is seeking a mid-level RF Engineer to join its team in Huntsville, Alabama. This upcoming opening offers opportunities for growth and professional development. The role is responsible for designing, developing, integrating, testing, and evaluating advanced RF and microwave systems for sensor, seeker, and signal-generation applications. Work includes laboratory and field testing, analysis of measured performance against simulations and requirements, troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams. The position functions in office/cubicle and laboratory/testing environments and may include telework, occasional travel, varying shifts, and work with protective equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in RF, microwave, radar, communications, electronic warfare, or related engineering fields.
Comprehensive knowledge of RF and microwave theory, components, circuits, and system architectures.
Experience designing, developing, integrating, and testing RF/microwave hardware and systems.
Experience using Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes, and related instrumentation.
Experience performing RF measurements and analyzing parameters such as gain, insertion loss, return loss, noise figure, dynamic range, and frequency response.
Familiarity with laboratory testing, data collection, and performance analysis techniques.
Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and test results.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in laboratory and field test environments.
U.S. citizenship and an active Secret security clearance, with the ability to maintain the designated clearance level.

Responsibilities

Support characterization, analysis, and development of RF signal-generation systems and RF/microwave technologies.
Design, develop, and evaluate RF and microwave systems, subsystems, and hardware components for sensor and seeker applications.
Perform RF system analysis, modeling, prototyping, integration, and testing throughout the product development lifecycle.
Develop and validate RF hardware designs, including amplifiers, filters, mixers, oscillators, frequency-conversion circuits, and related microwave components.
Conduct laboratory testing and performance characterization of RF/microwave hardware and systems.
Use RF test equipment to evaluate system performance.
Perform antenna and system characterization testing in anechoic chamber environments.
Collect, reduce, and analyze laboratory and field test data to evaluate system performance and identify areas for improvement.
Compare measured performance data against theoretical predictions, simulations, and system requirements.
Troubleshoot RF hardware, test configurations, and integration issues; determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
Support system integration and collaborate with systems, software, mechanical, and test engineers.
Prepare technical reports, test procedures, engineering analyses, and design documentation.
Participate in design reviews and recommend improvements to system performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
Support customer demonstrations, field test events, and program reviews as required.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.