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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 2 weeks ago

Senior Staff RF/Antenna Engineer

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$141K/yr - $252K/yr

13+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking a Senior Staff RF/Antenna Engineer to lead a team in developing advanced antenna arrays and managing system requirements.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform as the Principal Investigator (PI) for phased antenna array systems

Lead or participate in proposal preparation and technical analysis in support of new business activities

Determine and manage system requirements

Develop test programs and analysis for requirements verification

Prepare and present status/progress reports, PDR & CDR presentations, and formal proposals to executive level personnel and customers

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the radar product teams

Investigate new technologies and applications

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers

Perform as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for company-wide antenna-related concerns

Performs other duties as assigned or required

Qualification

RFMixed signal designPhased antenna array systemsSystem level designElectromagnetic analysis softwareSignal processing techniquesData analysis in MATLABData visualization in PythonProject leadershipAntenna measurement techniquesCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skills

Required

Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; eighteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, sixteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or thirteen or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education

Must have a general understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance

Must have a strong understanding of system level design, both hardware and software, particularly with regards to phased antenna array systems

Must have familiarity with advanced adaptive array processing algorithms and other signal processing techniques

Must have experience in project leadership and possess the ability to organize, plan, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines

Must have proficiency with electromagnetic analysis software such as HFSS, FEKO or CST

Must have proficiency with AWR or ADS microwave circuit simulators

Must have familiarity with antenna measurement techniques (anechoic chamber, outdoor range, near field scanners)

Must have the ability to manipulate data, perform analysis, and generate data visualization products in MATLAB or Python

Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives

Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment

Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required