Sr. RF Design Engineer
Core
Lead advanced RF and microwave designs for mission-critical aerospace, defense, and space applications, including SSPAs and multi-function modules.
Role type
Senior RF Design Engineer (Microwave/RF)
Builds
SSPAs, multi-function modules, and integrated assemblies for radar, Satcom, space, and electronic warfare systems
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, and Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
RF/microwave/millimeter-wave device and system design, RF architecture design (chain analysis, frequency planning), circuit simulation (ADS, MWO, HFSS, Sonnet, Cadence), hardware layout, prototype construction, performance testing, trade studies (noise figure, power compression, spurious, bandwidth), design review leadership
Preferred skills
Space-qualified product design experience
Technologies
ADS, MWO, HFSS, Sonnet, Cadence, VSS
Responsibilities
Design complex SSPAs and multi-function modules for defense and space applications; Lead RF architecture design using chain analysis and frequency planning tools; Evaluate and select RF devices (LNAs, PAs, filters, mixers, synthesizers); Perform trade studies for noise figure, power compression, spurious, and bandwidth; Oversee hardware layout, prototype construction, and performance testing; Lead design reviews (PDR, CDR, PRR) and present to management and customers; Provide guidance on technology trends and SWaP improvements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
