Senior RF Test and Measurement Engineer

About the Role

Matrix Research, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Senior RF Engineer to lead complex RF test and measurement initiatives. The successful candidate will act as a technical lead for advanced antenna ranges, synthetic aperture radar (SAR) systems, and high-power microwave test cells.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for antenna and Radar Cross Section (RCS) measurements within test ranges.
• Design, build, and field measurement systems.
• Lead production and experimental measurements using state-of-the-art measurement equipment.
• Manage large, diverse efforts including facility upgrades, resource allocations, and subcontractor coordination.
• Develop requirements and manage the acquisition of equipment for RF test lab expansions and facility moves.
• Resolve complex electromagnetic interference (EMI) issues.
• Perform precision alignment of reflectors and feeds using optic properties.
• Custom fabrication of mounts from mechanical drawings.

Requirements

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or a relevant engineering field.
• 10+ years of relevant work experience.
• Extensive experience with network analyzer-based measurement systems, instrumentation radars, and positioner/cable management systems.
• Active Security Clearance.
• US citizenship capable of maintaining a US DoD security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of specialized coursework in RCS and other measurement areas.
• Background in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Background in radar signal processing with advanced knowledge of signal processing techniques related to radar measurements and radar-based imaging (SAR, ISAR, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of radar waveform design and optimization.

About the Company

Matrix Research is an employee-owned, small business advancing the state of the art in radar systems, radio frequency, and sensor exploitation technologies. Two-thirds of our staff hold advanced degrees in Engineering, Mathematics, or the Physical Sciences. Our programs span basic research through the demonstration, test and evaluation, and low-rate production of advanced sensing systems, subsystems, and components.

Benefits

• 20% no-match-required retirement plan.
• Accrued 4 weeks of vacation annually.
• Substantially-subsidized health and dental insurance.
• Discretionary annual bonuses.
• Hybrid remote work environment for most positions.
• Hourly pay for all positions to ensure fair compensation for hours worked.