Principal, RF Engineering (Level 6)

iRF - Intelligent RF Solutions is a leader in providing tailored solutions for SIGINT and Electronic Warfare (EW) missions. We understand our customers’ challenges and use our expertise to create solutions. We are not just a supplier, but a problem-solving partner with a strong foundation in supporting global defense and intelligence missions. Our team members are bound by a common purpose—commitment to our customers’ missions. Our culture is anchored in steadfast values, a collaborative spirit, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

About the role

Provide technical expertise in the design and development of state-of-the-art RF/microwave receivers, frequency-converters, and related products for SIGINT, EW, and radar applications. This position requires experience in design of RF/MW circuitry through at least 18GHz using SMT components on PCB substrates. The successful candidate must have experience performing top-level requirements analysis and design of system architecture, allocating functional requirements for sub-assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as individual RF/MW design contributor and lead engineer for key design projects.
• Make technical presentations to customers to support design review requirements.
• Provide technical support for Business Development activities including white papers and technical proposals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum 12 years of related experience in RF/microwave circuit design, or a Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Hands-on design experience in PCB-based design of RF/MW circuitry supporting receivers and frequency converters to 18 GHz and beyond.
• Wide bandwidth, high dynamic range, super-het receiver design experience is desired. Experience in mmW frequency range design, wideband digitization, and low SWaP design is helpful.
• Well-versed in receiver/frequency converter system design, including frequency planning and spur analysis, RF/MW filter technologies, cascade GNIP analysis, MW mixers, frequency generation using PLL ICs, and design trade-offs.
• Familiarity with computer design tools including Keysight Genesys, OrCad, MATLAB, PSPICE, or other tools.
• Ability to obtain security clearance; must be a U.S. citizen eligible for access to classified information.
• Must pass a preemployment drug screening and background check.

Skills

• High degree of technical competence and strong interpersonal skills.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to work well with and lead a diverse group of engineering disciplines.

Pay

$170,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year.

Schedule

Onsite in Sparks, MD with a 9/80 schedule. Every other Friday off.