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Emerson · 2 hours ago

RF Hardware Engineer

Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, seeking an experienced RF Hardware Engineer to join their Systems R&D team in the Aerospace, Defense and Government Unit. The role involves designing and validating RF products while collaborating with engineering teams to meet customer requirements.

ElectronicsIndustrial AutomationInternet of ThingsLightingManufacturingSoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and simulate RF/microwave circuits, design complete system products, and validate designs using measurement instrumentation

Manage the lifecycle of products under development

Own and implement individual technical project deliverables, guide technical decisions and drive technical issues to resolution

Traveling as needed (possibly up to 10%) domestically and abroad in support of project objectives

Qualification

RF circuit designMeasurement instrumentationMicrowave modeling toolsPCB design toolsSignal processingSystem architecture designProgramming PythonProgramming LabVIEWProblem-solving skillsCollaborationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) or Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE)

8+ years of working experience in electrical engineering, electronics and RF principles

Practical knowledge with RF Components (amplifiers, couplers, striplines)

Experience in the practical use of measurement instruments (e.g., Signal Analyzer, Vector Network Analyzer, Oscilloscope)

System Architecture design based on internal or external customer requirements

Developing and overseeing system-level verification and validation of RF systems and system components

Knowledge of microwave modeling tools (e.g. Microwave Office, AXiEM, CST, ADS, HFSS)

Knowledge of schematic capture and PCB design tools (e.g. Mentor Graphics, Cadence, Altium)

Programming knowledge of test equipment control software (Python or LabVIEW preferred)

Knowledge in signal processing, RF/wireless communications, S Parameters, Smith Charts, frequency domain analysis, intermodulation

US Citizen and/or US Person - required by law, regulations and/or government contracts with the DoD

Preferred

Master‘s degree in Electrical Engineering

Hands-on use of microwave modeling tools

Understanding of EM simulation, data analysis and presentation

Understanding of different IC process technologies

Demonstrated understanding of the following concepts and principles: Sources of measurement error, Appropriate selection of instrumentation and equipment, Integration of hardware and software, Grounding and shielding principles, Familiar with schematic capture tools, Intimately familiar with VNA, Vector Signal Generator and Spectrum Analyzer measurements experience, RF System design and debug experience in a large-scale production or lab environment

Strong problem-solving skills, work ethic, and drive to succeed

Demonstrated ability to: Effectively interact and communicate with customers, Work seamlessly in a diverse, multi-cultural development environment, Problem-solve efficiently - diagnose technical issues and propose reasonable solutions, Take initiative, be a self-starter, and work independently, Persistently drive tasks and lead projects to successful completion, Quickly learn applicable technology, systems, and products