FAST Labs - Senior Principal II RF Systems Research Engineer (up to $20K Sign On Bonus)
About the role
Join our dynamic team of innovators and shape the future of technology with us. We're on the hunt for curious and driven individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about harnessing the power of optical sensing technology to drive meaningful operational impact for our country's warfighters. If you're a creative problem-solver, a lifelong learner, and a team player who is always looking for ways to improve and innovate, we'd love to meet you. Our ideal candidate is someone who is proactive, adaptable, and excited about tackling new challenges head-on. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting your journey, if you're eager to learn, grow, and make a real difference, we want to hear from you.
Cutting-Edge Research and Development Team in FAST Labs
The BAE Systems' FAST Labs team conducts research and development in the following areas to create advanced electronic solutions for the U.S. military. These areas include Advanced Electronics, Autonomy, Sensors & Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Electronic Warfare, and Cyber Operations & Defense. We foster a "what's next" mentality, driving the creation of cutting-edge solutions that address the defense industry's most pressing challenges. Our goal is to deliver game-changing capabilities that enhance situational awareness, accelerate decision-making, and improve operational efficiencies. By pushing the boundaries of what's possible, we're able to provide our warfighters with the strategic advantage they need to succeed.
Join our team as a Senior Principal II RF Systems Research Engineer in FAST Labs Engineering
- Work on cutting-edge RF Systems Projects, collaborating with others to design, develop, and implement innovative mission solutions.
- Lead efforts to architect, design, and document early lifecycle RF systems and associated capabilities.
- Actively lead product integration and verification efforts, including development of methods and strategies to apply across the entire system design.
- Lead test campaign efforts to demonstrate developed capabilities and operational value in relevant environments.
- Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders through RF system development and integration challenges.
- Use dynamic, agile engineering methods and approaches that align with system cost, schedule, and performance requirements.
- Work internally across BAE's Electronic Sector Business Areas to transition technology for productization.
- Grow your career with a purpose at BAE Systems, where you'll be part of a high-performing team of passionate and motivated engineers who share a common goal: to protect our military service personnel and innovate for the greater good.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Active Secret Clearance
- Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related technical field
- 8+ years of professional experience in radar, spectrum, communications, electronic warfare, or signals intelligence systems
- Expert-level experience with design of RF systems for mission applications
- Expert-level experience with collecting, analyzing, and documenting RF system requirements
- Excellent leadership, communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with engineers in other disciplines
- Proven technical management skills to deliver high-quality, RF capabilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing requirements
- Proficient with MATLAB and/or Python
- Advanced problem solving and debugging skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Active Top Secret Clearance
- Master's Degree or PhD in electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related technical field
- Experience integrating and testing hardware and RF system components in a laboratory environment
- Experience integrating and testing RF systems in operationally relevant environments
- Knowledge of Digital Engineering methodologies and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices
- Experience in a rapid prototype environment
- Demonstrated success in System Engineering, Integration, and Test leadership roles
- Understanding of military operations and application of RF capabilities in these environments to enable mission success
- Experience participating and leading documentation and communication efforts with multi-disciplinary teams to develop data-driven designs, results, reports, and presentations
- Experience in developing proposals and engineering work plans for Department of War research and development efforts
- Experience with Linux/Unix platforms
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
Employee Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings accounts
- A 401(k) savings plan
- Disability coverage
- Life and accident insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal plan
- Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
- Leave programs including paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave
- Recognition program for monetary and non-monetary recognition awards
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale.