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Saab · 2 months ago

Senior RF Electrical Engineer

East Syracuse, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$99K/yr - $129K/yr

5+ years exp

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission to help nations keep their people and society safe. They are seeking a Senior RF Engineer to design, develop, and test discreet transmit/receive RF modules for advanced radar applications, requiring a strong background in RF circuit design and system integration.

AerospaceAutomotiveInformation TechnologyManufacturingNational SecuritySecurity

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, simulate, and develop discreet RF Tx/Rx modules for radar systems

Conduct RF system-level analysis, link budget calculations, and trade-off studies

Select and integrate components such as mixers, amplifiers, oscillators, and filters

Perform schematic capture, PCB layout reviews, and work closely with layout engineers to ensure optimal high-frequency performance

Conduct laboratory testing, tuning, and validation of RF modules against specifications

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including firmware, mechanical, and systems engineering to ensure seamless product integration

Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for performance anomalies

Maintain comprehensive documentation for design decisions, test results, and compliance requirements

Qualification

RF circuit designRF simulation toolsSchematic capturePCB layout toolsRF test equipmentRF/microwave circuit theoryPCB design for RFPhased-array radarElectronics packagingThermal considerations

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related field

5–8 years of experience in RF design, with a focus on radar or similar high-frequency applications (L,S,C, and X band)

Proficiency in RF simulation tools (e.g., Keysight ADS, HFSS, CST, or similar)

Proficiency in schematic capture and PCBA layout tools (e.g. Altium Designer, PADS, Allegro)

Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (VNA, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters)

Solid understanding of RF/microwave circuit theory, impedance matching, noise figure, and gain optimization

Experience with PCB design for RF and microwave circuits

Familiarity with military or aerospace standards for RF systems is a plus

US Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance

Preferred

Knowledge of phased-array radar architectures

Electronics packaging concepts

Familiarity with thermal and mechanical considerations in high-frequency module packaging

Benefits

Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

Employee stock purchase program with employer match