Sr Advanced Electrical Engineer RF Systems

General Dynamics Mission Systems•Manassas, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As an electrical engineer in General Dynamics Mission Systems’ Progeny Systems Electronic Warfare group, you will be a member of or lead a cross-functional team developing mission-critical defense systems. The role focuses on RF and microwave circuit design, system architecture, and integration. The position is fully on-site at the company’s Manassas, Virginia facility. U.S. citizenship is required, and a Department of Defense Secret security clearance must be obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will undergo a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. The company describes opportunities for continuous learning and development, research-oriented work alongside award-winning teams, and a flexible schedule that may include every other Friday off under a 9/80 schedule. Benefits include 401(k) matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, and employee resource and social groups.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field and at least 8 years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree and at least 6 years of relevant experience.
Experience with MATLAB.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance within a reasonable amount of time after hire and meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Expert-level understanding of organizationally defined electrical processes throughout the program or project lifecycle.
Strong communication skills and demonstrated success leading design teams for complex projects.
Ability to negotiate and develop win-win solutions to challenging customer requirements.
Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.

Nice To Haves

Deep expertise in RF/microwave circuit design, system architecture, and integration.
Experience designing and developing RF/microwave systems and components for defense applications.
Proficiency with RF simulation tools such as Genesys, ADS, HFSS, or CST.
Experience conducting RF link budget analysis, interference analysis, and spectrum management.
Strong understanding of RF/microwave theory.
Experience with RF test equipment and measurement techniques.
Collaborative, creative approach to solving problems.

Responsibilities

Develop RF/microwave systems and components for defense applications.
Perform system-level RF architecture design and analysis.
Conduct RF link budget analysis, interference analysis, and spectrum management.
Contribute to the development of mission-critical defense systems as a member of or lead of a cross-functional team.
Apply organizationally defined electrical processes throughout the lifecycle of a program or project.
Lead design teams for complex projects and communicate concepts to secure buy-in.
Negotiate solutions that meet challenging customer requirements.