Senior RF Engineer

What you'll do

• Own the RF design of analog beamforming AESA subsystems including T/R modules and front-end filtering.
• Conduct RF simulations, trade studies, and prototyping to ensure optimal system performance.
• Lead design reviews and make architecture trade decisions across antenna, RFFE, and digital domains.
• Define array architectures in collaboration with antenna, digital, mechanical, and systems engineering teams.
• Lead RF characterization of AESA hardware using near-field antenna range measurements and performance mapping.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues and drive root cause analysis to closure.
• Mentor junior RF engineers on phased array fundamentals, measurement techniques, and design discipline.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of professional experience developing RF electronics, phased arrays, antennas, or related radar electronics.
• Experience leading active phased array designs using beamforming technologies from concept to production in a defense or aerospace environment.
• Deep understanding of electronic systems engineering, including design specification, part selection, and test planning for RF systems.
• Strong knowledge of PCB design, including schematic capture and layout review using tools like Altium.
• Proficiency in RF design and analysis tools such as Ansys HFSS or Keysight ADS.
• Expertise with RF measurement equipment, including Network Analyzers, Signal Analyzers, and Near Field Scanners.
• Proficiency in 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.
• Master's in RF/Microwave Engineering (preferred).
• Knowledge of antenna array simulation, design, and manufacturing (preferred).
• Experience leading PCB designs for high-frequency RF and high-density interconnect routing (preferred).
• Experience calibrating wideband phased arrays across frequency and temperature (preferred).