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BAE Systems, Inc. · 3 hours ago

Senior RF Engineer

Nashua, NH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $162K/yr

5+ years exp

BAE Systems, Inc. is an international defense, aerospace and security company focused on delivering advanced technologies and solutions. The Senior RF Engineer will design, test, and validate RF systems, ensuring their performance and reliability while collaborating with a team of engineers and stakeholders.

Defense & Space

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Translate system requirements into compliant complex printed board assembly designs

Analog and High Frequency RF design and layout

Technical trade studies, evaluation of technology insertion/upgrades, laboratory test and troubleshooting using complex RF Test equipment

Integrate and Evaluate hardware module performance using simulation tools and prototype hardware in a Laboratory environment

Design and develop test hardware to support DVT (Design Verification Testing) and production testing

Perform RF testing using advanced test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators

Troubleshoot and debug RF systems and components, test station, and process issues down to CCA and component levels

Analyze test data and provide detailed reports on performance, quality, and reliability

Provide technical support and guidance to other team members

Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on testability and reliability

Document test procedures, results, and any issues encountered during testing

Assist in the development of new RF testing methodologies and best practices

Support the hardware engineering department in the execution of RF Technology Training

Qualification

RF designLayoutRF testingValidationRF test equipmentAutomated test scriptsMATLABPythonAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationWritten communicationVerbal communicationOrganizational skillsTime management

Required

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum 5 years of prior work experience, or an Advanced degree and minimum 3 years of prior work experience

Familiarity with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, phase noise analyzers, and signal generators

Eligible to obtain a DOD Security Clearance

Preferred

Experience with testing and troubleshooting RF and Microwave component/subsystem such as up-converters, down converters, power amplifiers, waveform generators, RF modulators, and limiters

Experience with RF principles and test methodologies

Experience in RF testing and validation

Experience with automated test scripts and software tools

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Experience with any of the following tools: MATLAB, Python, Computer Simulation Technologies (CST), Microwave Design Studio, High Frequency Structure Simulator (HFSS) and Advanced Design System (ADS)