2027 Graduate - RF Systems Evaluation and Integration Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an RF Systems Evaluation and Integration Engineer to test, evaluate, and integrate RF systems, with a focus on ensuring effectiveness in real-world environments and driving innovation for the next generation of missile defense systems. This role is ideal for individuals graduating with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, or Systems Engineering who are passionate about integrating, testing, analyzing, and validating RF hardware through laboratory and field-testing activities. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team ensuring the success of missile and other kinetic weapon systems through expertise in RF hardware including wireless datalinks, GPS receivers, and radars.

Requirements

Have a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or another related technical field.
Have knowledge of RF systems, signal processing, FPGA design (VHDL), software (C++, Python), or data analysis/visualization (MATLAB).
Are familiar with using one or more types of RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, waveform generators, oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, or RF recorders
Have excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and have demonstrated success while working within a team environment.
Are able to travel up to 10-25% of the time as needed.
The classified nature of this position will require the selected applicant to be physically present on-site at our Laurel, Maryland campus on a regular basis. Occasional telework may be considered for this position.
Are able to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

Integrate, test, and evaluate RF technologies and systems in hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) facilities and field test settings.
Create and implement comprehensive test strategies and methodologies to validate RF system requirements.
Analyze and recommend improvements for RF systems through prototyping and experimentation.
Use anechoic chambers and RF testbeds to characterize system performance and analyze data.
Collaborate with engineers across APL and external partners.