Early Career RF/Microwave Engineer

About the role

The CES team is responsible for programs that are transitioning to production, programs that are in production, and sustainment programs. This role involves supporting the continued production and sustainment of various complex analog and digital modules, submodules, and circuit card assemblies. You will work closely with cutting-edge hardware fielded on the most advanced Military Platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assessing design updates to existing microwave designs
• Conducting analyses to assess performance impacts
• Technical management of microwave subcontractors to design and develop microwave subassemblies
• Mentoring other engineers and technicians
• Supporting product yield and affordability improvements
• Supporting the debug of complex circuits
• Supporting the transition to production of new products
• Working in partnership with a cross-functional team to ensure on-time deliveries of quality products to support the War Fighter

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of Experience working on RF/Microwave designs
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with 0+ years of Experience
• RF path cascade analysis, experience with non-linear analysis is preferred
• Working knowledge of active and passive RF/Microwave component designs
• Experience testing and troubleshooting RF frequency converters including an understanding of all submodules such as low-noise amplifiers, pre-selectors, filter banks, mixers, Phased-locked-loops (PLLs), and Local Oscillators (LOs)
• Experience generating and reviewing the technical content of test procedures, drawings, engineering specifications, reports, Engineering Change Orders, and other documentation
• Experience with microwave testing using Vector Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Synthesizers, Power Meters, etc.
• Motivated self-starter with leadership skills and ability to effectively work in a team environment
• Excellent problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability
• Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner and lead others to closure - Own the Design
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with 0+ years of Experience
• Ability to contribute to a RF/Microwave design team including scheduling, budgeting, participating in design reviews, supporting build, design qualification and system integration
• Experience generating and implementing improvements in product and test design and methodologies to reduce cost, increase yield, and improve throughput
• Experience interfacing with Engineering, Operations, Quality and other supporting functions to drive defect resolution to root cause
• Experience presenting technical information to program teams and/or customers
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in RF/Microwave subsystem, module and circuit design and development
• Experience gathering and analyzing test data to assess trends and develop yield improvement plans
• Experience in design and analysis of microwave systems and circuits using Agilent Advanced Design Suite (ADS)
• Active Secret Clearance

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account
• 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal plan
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave
• Recognition program
• Incentives based on position level and/or job specifics