Senior RF Electronics Engineer

Job Summary

The Sr. RF Electronics Engineer Test Lead will provide leadership and technical expertise to oversee deliverables and conduct test validations related to RF Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) Design Verification Testing (DVT), production testing, as well as support electronics development efforts.

What You Will Do

• Oversee all production testing and Design Verification Testing efforts for the RF CCAs.
• Act as a technical interface between the test team and program leadership.
• Conduct comprehensive RF CCA/module checkout in accordance with the developed test plan and validate against the requirements matrix.
• Ensure compliance with technical performance standards and program requirements.
• Perform failure investigations and troubleshooting of RF hardware to identify and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with the Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) to ensure Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) tasking and priorities are achieved.
• Review and analyze data for all current RF CCA/module deliveries to ensure accuracy and alignment with program objectives.
• Provide support for sub-system integration activities, as required.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A typical requirement includes a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in RF, analog, digital, and power electronics test methodology and troubleshooting, RF circuit card design and fabrication, Simulation and analysis of RF products.
• Experience with any combination of the following tools: Signal generator, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, Xpedition Schematic/Layout Tool or equivalent, SystemVue/Genesys or equivalent or Advanced Design System (ADS) or equivalent.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance post-start is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• An advanced degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related engineering discipline.
• A highly self-motivated individual with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Able to prepare technical review documentation with minimal oversight.
• Strong knowledge of RF/Digital electronics and practical experience across all phases of the product development lifecycle.
• Expertise in design and testing of areas such as: Up-down converters and synthesizers, Cascade analysis, Circuit card assembly design and fabrication, High-speed data converter test/characterization, Proficiency in writing Python scripts to automate test equipment control.
• A background in designing for manufacturability, producibility, and cost constraints, including yield and margin analysis.