Applied Electromagnetic/RF Research and Development Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an Applied Electromagnetic/RF Research and Development Engineer to join our Spectrum and Signature Solutions team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sensitive research and development focused on applied electromagnetics as a Principal Investigator (PI)
• Provide technical knowledge within the laboratory, develop concepts, and oversee sensitive research and development focused on applied electromagnetics
• Contribute to solutions for the automation/control of RF instrumentation
• Conduct RF/microwave lab-based and in-the-field measurements and experimentation
• Facilitate measurements at outdoor test ranges, anechoic chamber, and EMC chambers
• Assess and validate state-of-the-art RF systems and solutions from the Defense Industrial Base
• Occasional travel per sponsor and program requirements

Requirements

• Hands on experience with RF/microwave instrumentation: network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, antenna measurements, EMI/EMC measurements
• Hands on experience with in-the-lab and in-the-field troubleshooting of RF systems
• Familiarity with MATLAB and/or Python for instrument control and data analysis
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Excellent report writing capabilities
• RF/microwave engineering for ground, air and sea-based operations
• Electromagnetic simulation tools such as: CST Microwave Studio or REMCOM XFdtd

Preferred Knowledge/Skills

• Familiarity radar systems and hardware
• Familiarity with antenna design, simulation, and prototyping
• Familiarity with RF/microwave materials characterization measurement and instrumentation

Qualifications

• Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

Benefits

• The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $105,900.00 - $231,000.00.
• Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

Pay

$105,900.00 - $231,000.00

Schedule

N/A