Principal RF Design Engineer
Job Description
Job Description
We’re seeking a Principal RF Design Engineer with deep expertise in RF/microwave receiver design up to 18 GHz who can lead complex design projects and mentor a team of talented engineers.We’re partnering with a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer developing next-generation RF and microwave solutions for SIGINT, EW, and radar applications. This team designs and delivers high-performance, mission-critical receiver and frequency conversion systems that set the standard for reliability and precision.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the design and development of advanced RF/microwave receivers and frequency converters.
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Contribute as both an individual designer and technical leader.
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Perform top-level requirements analysis, system architecture, and functional allocations.
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Support business development efforts through white papers and technical proposals.
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Present design concepts and technical updates to customers during design reviews.
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Mentor junior engineers and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration.
What You Bring
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
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10+ years of hands-on experience in RF/microwave circuit design for receivers or frequency converters to 18 GHz or higher.
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Expertise with SMT-based PCB RF/MW circuit design, frequency planning, spur analysis, and PLL integration.
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Experience in super-het receiver design, wideband, high dynamic range, and/or mmWave systems.
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Familiarity with tools such as Keysight Genesys, OrCAD, MATLAB, and PSPICE.
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Strong technical leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance.