Senior RF Engineer

CAES Systems LLC
$ 101,194.93 - $ 151,792.39 Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate.
tuition reimbursement
United States, Massachusetts, Woburn
10 Sonar Drive (Show on map)
Dec 06, 2024
Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer. At CAES, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets. Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider CAES. The most important thing we build is TRUST #CustomerFocus #Values #Leader #TogetherWePioneer Overview Have a passion for all things RF Design? The RF Engineering Development department of #CAES by #Honeywell has a career growth opportunity for an experienced Senior RF/Analog Design Engineer at our Woburn, MA site. Our Design Engineering team consists of 150+ design engineers across 5 sites throughout the Eastern United States. We are growing quickly and we would like you to be a part of that growth. As part of our dynamic engineering development team, you will design, develop and test sophisticated RF/Microwave Antennas and RF feeds, combining a solid theoretical background in RF/Microwave theory with creative and critical thinking. Responsibilities YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides radio frequency (RF) and/or wireless transmission design. Designs, plans and oversees the design of wireless radio communications systems, including radio propagation modeling and prediction, microwave path analysis, interference analysis, frequency planning, test equipment layout, parameter definition and ancillary equipment. This position provides the circuit designs based on the performance specification, schedule, cost, reliability, and manufacturability requirements. Define System Architectures to meet requirements and perform System/Sub-system Analysis using Microwave Office/ADS, HFSS, MATLAB or other simulation/analysis tools. Design RF circuits using simulation tools such as: Microwave Office, Visual System Simulator, HFSS, ADS Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results Test, tune, debug and optimize prototype circuits and components to meet specification requirements and manufacturing produce-ability requirements Write test procedures Troubleshoot circuits on test bench and simulation Generate technical volumes for proposal efforts Partner with the organization in the scheduling of development projects, including process development, fixture design and implementation, material procurement and customer interface (design reviews) Assist Product transition from Engineering to Manufacturing, including writing Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP) Provide mentorship to less experienced Engineers Ability to work in a team environment Qualifications HOW TO SUCCEED Minimum Requirements: B.S. Engineering Five (5) + years of experience in RF Design Five (5) + years of experience with AWR/ADS/HFSS circuit simulation experience or equivalent Five (5) + years of experience understanding RF parameters: S-parameters, Noise Figure, Intercept point, Compression, Spurious and Phase Noise This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license) Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Preferred Qualifications: B.S. Engineering Eight (8) years of experience Master's in Engineering Strong analytical and test skills Strong oral and written communication skills to interface with key internal and external customers Requires a degree of ingenuity, creativity and resourcefulness to design and deliver highly advanced solutions Ku and Ka Band surface mount design experience and Multi Chip Module experience strongly desired Detailed experience with RF/Microwave design and techniques and development of integrated RF/Microwave assemblies Familiarity with design for manufacturing and harsh environmental constraints Skilled in integrating filters, switches, amplifiers, limiters, and isolators Background in defense industry Active DOD Security Clearance Salary Range: $ 101,194.93 - $ 151,792.39 Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY BENEFITS We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits - from day one. You'll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level - and beyond. Other benefits include: Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs. Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule Tailored Management/Leadership Training Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming ABOUT CAES CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry. From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email CAEScareers@caes.com.