RF Engineer (Engineer - RF 3)

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

About the Role

Huntington Ingalls is seeking a motivated RF Engineer 3 to join a team developing advanced systems and technology. As part of the Electronic Systems team in Syracuse, NY, you will help advance leading-edge electronics and communications technologies. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives on solving challenging technical problems and works with minimal oversight. You will collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team to design, develop, and deliver products with a focus on the end user and customer.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to RF analysis activities to develop requirements and design specifications.
• Model and simulate complex embedded RF systems.
• Design, develop, document, and test RF circuits and systems, including amplifiers and antennas.
• Perform hands-on testing and troubleshooting of RF systems using equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers.
• Work with software-defined radio (SDR) systems and interfaces, including waveform development and testing.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.
• Regularly interface and coordinate efforts with a cross-functional team of software, hardware, mechanical, and product engineers.

Requirements

• 5 years of relevant industry experience with a Bachelor’s in a related field; 3 years with a Master’s; or 0 years with a PhD or Juris Doctorate in a related field. Alternatively, a High School Diploma or equivalent with 9 years of relevant industry experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex RF systems, with an aptitude for creative and logical solutions.
• Knowledge of RF circuit design, including amplifiers, filters, and components.
• Experience in RF analysis, requirements derivation, and system design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RF/digital equipment test and measurement techniques.
• Experience with RF front-end design.
• Familiarity with electronic warfare (EW), radar, and/or communication technologies.
• Familiarity with wireless protocol PHY layers.
• Experience with signal detection, classification, direction finding, and geolocation.
• Experience with MATLAB for modeling and simulation; Simulink experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with Python or LabVIEW for rapid prototyping and automating testing.
• Experience in concept creation and rapid prototyping.
• Existing SECRET clearance is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment.
• Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

Pay

Anticipated salary range: $99,161 - $140,000 per year. The final offer considers factors such as the role’s function, a candidate’s education, training, work experience, and key skills.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
• Savings Plan Options (401(k)) and financial planning tools.
• Life insurance and employee discounts.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement and early childhood/post-secondary education scholarships.
• Bonus or other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions.

About HII

HII builds the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber domains. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; AI/ML experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, HII is a values and ethics-driven organization that prioritizes safety and well-being. We offer a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for career growth at every stage.