RF Engineer

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Broomfield, COFort Collins, CO
Salary
$127,000–$170,000 / yr
Posted
6 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · RF Engineer

JOB TITLE: RF Engineer The RF Engineer joins the Battlespace Awareness Radar team to design, test, and deploy next-generation radar systems for defense applications. You will work within an interdisciplinary team to develop active electronically scanned arrays across various frequency bands, owning the full stack from antenna element design and RF front-end electronics to array integration and test infrastructure. Daily responsibilities include developing analog beamforming AESA subsystems, conducting trade studies, performing RF simulations, and driving hardware characterization using near-field antenna range measurements. You will utilize tools such as Ansys HFSS, Keysight ADS, and Altium for PCB design, while employing Python and C++ for automated testing. This role solves critical security challenges by maturing prototypes into fielded products that provide essential radar capabilities for the warfighter.

What you'll do

  • Develop RF designs for analog beamforming AESA subsystems including T/R modules and front-end filtering.
  • Conduct RF simulations and trade studies to ensure optimal system performance and innovation.
  • Define array architectures by collaborating with antenna, digital, mechanical, and systems engineering teams.
  • Drive RF characterization of AESA hardware using near-field antenna range measurements and performance mapping.
  • Troubleshoot hardware issues to identify and resolve root causes.
  • Provide engineering support during field tests to demonstrate product capabilities to customers.
  • Mature hardware prototypes into production-ready products through design for manufacturing and testing.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer engineering, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of professional experience in developing RF electronics, phased arrays, antennas, or related radar electronics.
  • Experience in electronic systems engineering, including design specification, part selection, and test planning for RF systems.
  • Proficiency in RF design and analysis tools such as Ansys HFSS, Keysight ADS, or comparable tools.
  • Experience in PCB design, including schematic capture and layout review, using tools like Altium.
  • Proficiency with RF measurement equipment, including Network Analyzers, Signal Analyzers, and Near Field Scanners.
  • Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or C++ for design, simulation, and automated testing.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

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