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RF Engineer
Morrisville, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expA NC-based defense technology company is developing disruptive systems in drone-based electronic warfare and is seeking a motivated and skilled RF Engineer. The role involves designing, building, and testing advanced electronic systems, particularly focusing on RF circuits and subsystems for various applications.
Computer Software
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and develop advanced RF circuits and subsystems for phased arrays, transmitters, and receivers
Design, capture, and layout RF transceivers and high-speed mixed-signal PCBs
Work with matching networks, filters, LNAs, mixers, VGAs, PLLs/synthesizers, and VCOs
Apply best practices for EMI/RFI control and troubleshoot interference issues during design and test
Build and test prototypes using signal generators, spectrum analyzers, VNAs, power meters, and noise figure meters
Support integration of RF and microwave assemblies into drones and related systems
Analyze field performance data, identify root causes of performance issues, and implement corrective design actions
Collaborate with firmware engineers to define and validate embedded interfaces and control loops
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of RF design experience from concept through production
Strong understanding of impedance matching, Smith charts, IP3, IMD, phase noise, and harmonic distortion
Proficiency with PCB CAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout
Hands-on experience with RF test equipment and prototype bring-up
U.S. citizenship or permanent residency status
Preferred
Experience with antenna design or characterization
Familiarity with Altium Designer
Experience debugging EMI/EMC issues at board and system levels
Background in embedded software integration and RF control loops
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving, resource-constrained startup environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven track record of problem solving and ownership from concept through field validation
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions for employees and their families.
401(k) and HSA, both employee-contribution plans.
Unlimited flexible paid time off for full-time employees.
Paid holidays.
All employees receive advance notice of company-wide breaks each year, which include a two-week winter shutdown, a one-week summer break in early July, and a Wednesday through Friday break over Thanksgiving.
Full-time employees receive these breaks as paid time off.
Full-time in-office employees also receive DoorDash-provided lunches four days per week, up to a daily limit.
All employees receive free DashPass.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America.
We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality.
System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
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