RF Engineer

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

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• Strong hands on troubleshooting skills with RF chains in the field (e.g., identifying connector, cable, and impedance issues; diagnosing signal anomalies under real world interference). rn
• Comfortable interacting directly with customers and range personnel; able to represent the RF team professionally in field and demo settings. rn
• Attention to Detail - Ensures details of assigned tasks are followed. rn
• Quality Orientation - Accomplishes tasks by considering all areas involved; not matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes, procedures, and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. rn
• Planning and Organization - Systematically identified issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives. rn
• Technical Expertise - Applies functional knowledge, skills, experience, and judgement to accomplish a result, serve customers better and contribute to the organization's intellectual capital. rn

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

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Required Qualifications:

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• US Citizenship required. rn
• Must be able to obtain/maintain security clearance at a level equivalent to Department of Defense (DOD) SECRET rn
• MS Degree in Electrical Engineering / Physics or BS Degree in Electrical Engineering / Physics with 3-5 years' experience. rn

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Preferred Qualifications:

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• Comfortable interacting directly with customers and range personnel; able to represent the RF team professionally in field and demo settings. rn
• Experience with MATLAB. rn
• Experience working with waveform data in both the frequency and time domains. rn
• Digital and/or analog electrical hardware design. rn
• Strong mathematical/analytical problem-solving skills. rn
• Ability to work well with others in a dynamic environment. rn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. rn
• Self-motivated to continually expand knowledge and skills related to this position. rn

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WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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Work Environment & Conditions

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This position involves work in an office and laboratory environment and could require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including:

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• Safety glasses rn
• Hearing protection (varies based on tasks) rn
• Shoe covers rn

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Physical Demands

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In performing the work for this position, the engineer must be able to:

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• Perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time. rn
• Sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area. rn
• Climb ladders and stairs in performing the work. rn

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• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

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This full-time position is in the Systems Development Department and is a highly motivated role that will participate in the design and implementation of electronic and radio-frequency (RF) systems for applications within the department. This position includes hands?on field work and live test/demonstration support at customer and test ranges, providing direct exposure to real?world RF environments and scenarios. This role offers a blend of lab, field, and customer?facing work, ideal for engineers who want technical depth in RF plus exposure to systems engineering, integration, and testing.

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

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• Perform RF benchtop testing using signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzer, oscilloscopes, and power meters. rn
• Lead RF experimentation efforts at field sites under the guidance of senior engineers, providing early opportunities for technical ownership. rn
• Support the setup, calibration, and operation of RF systems at field tests, live demonstrations, and range events, including antenna deployment, RF cabling, and test instrumentation. rn
• Troubleshoot RF hardware, cabling, and test equipment under time?constrained, real?world conditions, coordinating closely with engineering teams. rn
• Assist in developing test execution plans and quick?reaction procedures tailored to field environments (e.g., limited power, site constraints, etc.). rn
• Maintain detailed configuration records for fielded test setups (equipment IDs, cable runs, firmware versions, settings) to enable repeatable tests. rn
• Capture field lessons learned and feed them back into design, test procedures, and documentation to improve future deployments and demonstrations. rn
• Develop and perform test procedures to validate new RF hardware and control software. rn
• Analyze and interpret signals and waveforms. rn
• Interface with engineers and scientists of varying disciplines during the design of new systems. rn
• Participate in team assemblies to analyze, develop requirements, and make recommendations for moderate to complex systems. rn
• Prepare specifications for purchase of components and equipment. rn
• Perform trade studies on components for RF systems. rn
• Ensure individual responsibilities within projects are completed satisfactorily, on time and within budget. rn
• Travel to customer sites, field locations, and deployment sites as required, potentially including OCONUS locations (estimated 25-50%) rn

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Other Job Functions

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• Self-motivated to continually expand knowledge and skills related to this position. rn
• Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving abilities. rn
• Ability to work well with others in a dynamic environment. rn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills rn
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. rn
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor. rn

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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

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This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

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