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Anduril Industries · 2 weeks ago

Staff RF Antenna Engineer, Electronic Warfare

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$191K/yr - $253K/yr

10+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The Staff Radio Frequency Antenna Engineer will design, analyze, and optimize RF designs for antennas and antenna arrays while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project specifications.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Conduct detailed RF design for antennas and antenna arrays

Perform antenna element trade studies, including investigation, simulation, and comparisons of various designs

Optimize array lattice selection based on frequency range, scan range, instantaneous bandwidth, and element design

Design, simulate, and optimize antenna arrays

Develop prototypes of elements and arrays to validate models

Model PCB RF transitions, including interlayer transitions, matching networks, and feed structures

Design passive components such as printed splitters (Wilkinson, 90-degree hybrids) and corporate feed structures

Provide layout support and finalize array models for optimization

Qualification

RF antenna designRF simulation toolsPCB designRF hardware designAnechoic Chamber testingDoD Field TestingProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail

Required

BS Electrical Engineering or equivalent

10+ years of RF and Antenna experience

Experience with RF hardware design and RF component design

Experience with all stages of RF hardware testing from in-lab to in-field

Experience with test setup automation and relevant data analysis

Experience with Anechoic Chamber and Open Air testing

Knowledge of Schematic Capture, PCB Design, and experience with RF simulation tools

Some travel required

Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Preferred

Defense, national security, or aerospace domain familiarity through industry or education

DoD Field Testing experience with RF based systems and Antenna equipment

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.