Saab · 1 day ago
Senior Staff RF Electrical Engineer
East Syracuse, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$113K/yr - $147K/yr
10+ years expSaab is a leading defense and security company dedicated to keeping nations safe. They are seeking a Level 4 Senior Staff RF Antenna Engineer with expertise in antenna systems to assess and optimize existing designs while supporting urgent production and field troubleshooting.
AerospaceAutomotiveInformation TechnologyManufacturingNational SecuritySecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Rapidly assess existing antenna and array designs for performance gaps against requirements
Diagnose and resolve issues related to mutual coupling, beam distortion, impedance mismatch, and bandwidth limitations
Recommend and implement design modifications for immediate performance improvements
Perform accelerated free-space radiation pattern measurements and compare results against simulations
Run high-fidelity EM simulations (HFSS, CST, FEKO, or similar) under compressed schedules for fast validation
Evaluate antenna integration into host platforms for mechanical, thermal, and electrical compatibility
Support urgent production and field troubleshooting, including on-site technical interventions when required
Collaborate with RF systems engineers to ensure antenna performance aligns with system-level budgets and phase stability
Produce clear, actionable evaluation reports for program stakeholders, often under short deadlines
Mentor junior engineers in rapid diagnostic and problem-solving methods
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related field (Master's or PhD preferred)
10+ years of antenna design and/or evaluation experience in radar, communications, or EW systems
Expert understanding of antenna theory, EM propagation, polarization, and impedance matching
Proven ability to mitigate mutual coupling in dense or phased-array configurations
Experience delivering high-quality antenna evaluations and solutions under aggressive timelines
Proficiency with EM simulation tools such as HFSS, CST, FEKO, GRASP
Hands-on experience with antenna measurement in both anechoic chambers and open-air ranges
US Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Preferred
Experience with low-observable and conformal antenna designs
Familiarity with wideband, multiband, and frequency-agile antenna systems
Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills for high-pressure, time-sensitive projects
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
401(k) with employer contributions
Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
Wellness and employee assistance resources
Employee stock purchase opportunities
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Company
Saab
Saab serves the global market with products, services, and solutions from military defence to civil security. It is a sub-organization of Investor.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$150.43MKey Investors
Nordic Investment BankVinnovaCanada's Ocean Supercluster
2025-12-18Post Ipo Debt· $129.04M
2024-10-29Grant· $0.17M
2023-04-21Grant· $11.1M
Leadership Team
Micael Johansson
President & CEO
Anders Skeppstedt
Product Manager Gripen E/F
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