Senior Staff RF Electrical Engineer
About The Position
We are seeking a Level 4 Senior Staff RF Engineer with a strong systems engineering focus to lead the architecture, analysis, and optimization of advanced RF systems for radar and communication applications. This role will require the ability to derive complete RF system budgets, assess and manage key performance parameters such as phase noise, CPCR (Clutter Power to Carrier Ratio), CA (Coherent Ambiguity), and more, while collaborating across engineering disciplines to ensure system performance exceeds mission requirements. We are seeking RF Engineers with deep expertise in antenna systems, element/mutual coupling, and free-space radiation performance—and the proven ability to rapidly evaluate, troubleshoot, and optimize existing antenna designs.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in RF system design
- Demonstrated experience deriving and validating system-level RF budgets.
- Demonstrated skills in software simulation platforms such as Ansys HFSS, Genesys, CST, MATLAB, or Python
- Experience and interest in one or more of the following areas: Antennas and Phased Arrays Receivers Exciters Simulation Anechoic Chamber Measurements Schematic Capture
- Strong skills with RF measurement equipment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to efficiently convey complex ideas, coupled with an ability to listen, question, and understand stakeholder needs.
- US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s or PhD preferred
Responsibilities
- Derive and document RF system requirements working collaboratively with multiple technical disciplines
- Develop innovative RF subsystem and system architectures
- Simulate, model, design, select and characterize components
- Design, implement, test, and integrate RF circuit cards and subsystems for use in our radar, and other sensor systems
- Participate in cross-functional technical design reviews
- Perform and support integration and test activities and events
- Support or perform project planning, execution, and oversight
- Provide mentorship to junior staff
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
- Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
- Wellness and employee assistance resources
- Employee stock purchase opportunities
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
