Senior Principal RF Test Engineer II

BAE Systems • Nashua, NH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Principal RF Test Engineer to join their team in southern New Hampshire. Their mission is "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®", and they are looking for engineers passionate about developing first-of-its-kind technologies and equipment to protect air, land, and naval warfighters. The role is within Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions, joining an inclusive Agile engineering team at a dynamic company that values technical excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion. At BAE Systems, they value cultural principles by providing a healthy work environment to design, develop, and produce advanced electronics spanning air, land, sea, and space. The selected candidate is required to have experience in developing Production Test solutions for testing and validating radio frequency (RF) systems and components. This role is responsible for ensuring the performance, quality, and reliability of RF products through rigorous testing and analysis, requiring a deep understanding of RF principles, test methodologies, and the ability to work with advanced test equipment and cutting-edge technology. The engineer will collaborate closely with design engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to develop and execute test plans, integrate test solutions, and provide detailed reports on test results. The position requires the candidate to be detail-oriented, possess strong analytical skills, have a passion for continuous improvement, and the ability to mentor others.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10+ years (or 8+ years with MS EE) designing, testing, and troubleshooting high-reliability embedded Test Systems
• Demonstrated understanding of electrical principles, test methodologies, and the ability to work with advanced test equipment and cutting-edge technology
• Demonstrated experience designing mixed-signal CCAs
• Strong “hands-on” laboratory experience with instrumentation, equipment, and processes
• Eligible to obtain a DOD Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

• Experience with testing and troubleshooting RF and Microwave component/subsystem such as up-converters, down converters, power amplifiers, waveform generators, RF modulators, and limiters.
• Experience with RF principles and test methodologies.
• Experience in RF testing and validation.
• Experience with automated test scripts and software tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with any of the following tools: MATLAB, Python, Computer Simulation Technologies (CST), Microwave Design Studio, High Frequency Structure Simulator (HFSS) and Advanced Design System (ADS).
• Active DOD security clearance

Responsibilities

• Employing your expertise, decision skills, and independent judgment for RF Test solutions in a production environment.
• Design, develop and troubleshoot test solutions to support DVT (Design Verification Testing) and high-volume production testing.
• The ability to perform high-volume RF testing using advanced test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators.
• Mentor and provide technical support and guidance to other team members in the RF domain.
• Analyze test data and provide detailed reports on performance, quality, and reliability.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on testability and reliability.
• Collaborate with design engineers to identify and resolve design / testability issues early in the development process.
• Document test procedures, results, and any issues encountered during testing.
• Assist in the development of new RF testing methodologies and best practices.
• Support the hardware engineering department in the execution of RF Technology Training.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• health savings accounts
• a 401(k) savings plan
• disability coverage
• life and accident insurance
• an employee assistance program
• a legal plan
• discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• military leave
• bereavement leave
• any applicable federal and state sick leave
• company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

What This Job Offers

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