Senior RF/Microwave Design Engineer

Spectrum Control • Philadelphia, PA

16d • Onsite

About The Position

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend . We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment. Come join a workforce where we put you first! At Spectrum Control, our employees have incredible opportunities to make the invisible visible and controllable using state-of-the-art capabilities for managing and conditioning signals. We do this through the expert design and manufacturing of RF components, modules, and subsystems. Our legacy of innovation in design and manufacturing has put us inside some of the most important analog systems in the world, and we’re looking for people to help us take our next step. We are in the process of building a team of the most talented design engineers in the world that are helping to build advanced capabilities that allow us to produce products that change the game. Our success comes through our ongoing strategic new product design initiatives and by developing the most capable modules and subsystems for our key customers using state of the art technology. We are looking for the best and brightest engineers to join our team and help us achieve our goal of becoming the premier domestic supplier of complex, digitally enabled RF and Microwave modules and subsystems. This role is for a Senior RF/Microwave Design Engineer working out of our Philadelphia (Bensalem), PA facility. This is an important role that will serve as a key contributor to the success and growth of Spectrum Control. SUMMARY: The successful candidate will lead the development of RF/Microwave Modules and Subsystems. Primary responsibility is the design and production transfer of integrated multifunction assemblies (e.g., frequency converters, RF distribution modules, switched filter banks, hybrid devices, etc.) using chip and wire or multilayer PCB construction with operating frequencies up to 40 GHz.

Requirements

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with 5 to 15 years of experience OR MS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with 3 to 15 years of experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance (Secret Level) Desired.
• Excellent working knowledge of RF and Microwave principles.
• Ability to perform calculations, measurements, analysis, and reporting as needed to create custom RF solutions.
• Working knowledge of electrical testing, test equipment, and S-Parameter characterization.
• Significant experience modeling and simulating with RF tools such as ADS or Microwave Office as well as EM tools like HFSS or CST.
• Proficiency in office software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with CAD systems such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent.
• Able to travel, as necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately, both orally and in writing, to communicate work goals, progress, and changes as required.
• Ability to apply good organizational and problem-solving skills and to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a group both directing and taking direction as necessary.
• Ability to demonstrate character, integrity, honesty, ethical behavior and industriousness.

Responsibilities

• Design and support development of RF components and integrated assemblies (IMAs) covering frequency ranges from DC to 40 GHz and from RF power levels from small signal to average power of 100 W.
• Experience with RF components and systems comprised of amplifiers, mixers, filters, couplers, equalizers, bias tees, attenuators, phase shifters, etc.
• Model, design, simulate, assemble, test prototypes and perform data analysis (S-parameter, Nonlinear, power handling, etc.) to ensure compliance with product specifications.
• Develop technical proposals, engineering project estimates, and/or white papers to support new business pursuits.
• Create or assist in documenting engineering drawings, Bills of Material, and accompanying drawing packages for new / existing product, procedures, or fixtures.
• Assist Sales, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Quality departments in resolving product issues, complaints, waiver requests, and in answering customer inquiries.
• Responsible for providing guidance, coaching, mentoring, and training to other employees across the business within the candidate's areas of expertise.
• Support production as necessary to solve challenging problems and aid in product improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees