The Aerospace Corporation · 18 hours ago
RF and Antenna Engineer - Eng Specialist/Sr Eng Specialist
Chantilly, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$129K/yr - $250K/yr
8+ years expThe Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As an RF and Antenna Engineer, you will support critical programs by providing subject matter expertise in antennas and RF components, conducting technical studies, and offering strategic guidance to clients in the space sector.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide subject matter expertise in antennas and antenna systems and/or RF components and systems using a mix of modeling/simulation and experimental measurements
Solve technically challenging problems in the areas of communications, signals collection, and remote sensing
Independently conduct technical studies/analysis/experiments/simulations and author report findings
Provide ongoing technical consultation and advice to management, customers, and contractors. Take initiative to inform management of perceived technical problems and/or opportunities and provide recommended courses of action
Lead cross-organizational teams, organize interfaces with customer and/or Aerospace program offices. May bring in tasks and projects beyond personal activities from internal and external sources
Acts as organization's designated representative at technical meetings, presentations, and symposia
Willingness to travel up to 10% of time
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree from an accredited program in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field
Minimum of eight years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of RF design principles, signal propagation, and electromagnetic field theory
Familiarity with wireless communication links, including link budget analysis, modulation techniques, and frequency allocations
Practical skills in the use of standard measurement equipment like Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, and power meters
Strong technical writing skills for preparing documentation, design reports, and presenting findings to cross-functional teams
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain this level of security clearance
Minimum of twelve years of experience in roles with progressively increasing responsibility
Experience architecting, planning, and leading complex RF and antenna projects including mentoring of junior staff
Able to translate, tailor, and present (written and orally) complex technical concepts to stakeholders of varying knowledge levels, including non-specialists
Willingness to travel up to 10% of time
Preferred
Advanced technical degree, MS or PhD, in Electrical Engineering or another related discipline with a focus on Electromagnetics, Communication Theory, Digital Signal Processing, or another related field
Experience in the modeling, design, fabrication, and test of various antenna types (e.g., horn, patch, phased array)
Experience with electromagnetic and RF simulation software tools such as Ansys HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, GRASP, Keysight ADS, Microwave Office, or similar tools
Comfortable in common and relevant programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python) for data analysis, scripting, or building custom analysis tools
Previous experience in the use of anechoic chambers for RF and antenna measurements
Current Top Secret security clearance with SCI access
Benefits
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Company
The Aerospace Corporation
As the government’s preeminent space innovation partner, Aerospace brings technical expertise to advance the nation's missions in space.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tanya Pemberton
President & CEO
Ashley Kowalski
Project Leader - International Partnerships
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