Job Description: Join our innovative team as a Senior RF Engineer, where you will play a key role in designing, developing, and testing discrete transmit/receive (Tx/Rx) RF modules tailored for cutting-edge radar applications. We are looking for a dynamic candidate with a robust background in RF circuit design, system integration, and performance optimization, who is eager to take designs from concept to production.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design, simulate, and develop discrete RF Tx/Rx modules for radar systems.
• Conduct comprehensive RF system-level analysis, including link budget calculations and trade-off studies.
• Select and integrate critical components such as mixers, amplifiers, oscillators, and filters.
• Perform schematic capture and PCB layout reviews, collaborating closely with layout engineers to ensure optimal high-frequency performance.
• Conduct laboratory testing, tuning, and validation of RF modules against strict specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including firmware, mechanical, and systems engineering, for seamless product integration.
• Assist in troubleshooting and root cause analysis to resolve performance anomalies.
• Maintain thorough documentation outlining design decisions, test results, and compliance requirements.
Compensation Range: $99,100 - $128,800. This compensation range serves as a general guideline, with factors including role responsibilities, location, market conditions, and your experience impacting final offers.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of professional experience in RF design, particularly in radar or high-frequency applications (L, S, C, and X band).
• Proficient in RF simulation tools such as Keysight ADS, HFSS, CST, or similar.
• Skilled in schematic capture and PCBA layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, PADS, Allegro).
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment including VNA, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power meters.
• Strong understanding of RF/microwave circuit theory, including impedance matching, noise figure, and gain optimization.
• Experience with PCB design for RF and microwave circuits.
• Familiarity with military or aerospace standards for RF systems is advantageous.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain/maintain a security clearance.
Preferred Skills:
• Knowledge of phased-array radar architectures.
• Understanding of electronics packaging concepts.
• Familiarity with thermal and mechanical considerations in high-frequency module packaging.
About Us: Saab is a leading defense and security company dedicated to ensuring safety and security. With a mission to innovate for a safer and more sustainable world, we are proud to support the U.S. Armed Forces, the Federal Aviation Administration, and other partners. Our headquarters are located in Syracuse, New York, with business units and staff across eight U.S. locations. We value diversity and foster an inclusive environment that promotes professional growth opportunities, competitive salaries, and a balanced work-life culture.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, encouraging qualified individuals to apply regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected category.
