Senior Associate RF Engineer II
Job Location:
Sparks, NV - USA
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Job Summary
Full Time
Sparks MD US
iRF - Intelligent RF Solutions is a leader in providing tailored solutions for SIGINT and Electronic Warfare (EW) missions. We understand our customers challenges and use our expertise to create solutions. We are not just a supplier but a problem-solving partner with a strong foundation in supporting global defense and intelligence missions.
We are dedicated to attracting high-achieving individuals. Our team members are bound by a common purpose - commitment to our customers missions.
Our culture is anchored in our steadfast values our collaborative spirit and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all essential functions duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties at any time.
Position Summary:
At iRF Solutions the Sr. Associate RF Engineer will play a key role in the development of cutting-edge RF/microwave technologies supporting next generation SIGINT Electronic Warfare (EW) and radar systems. Working alongside a highly experienced engineering team this position offers the opportunity to contribute to challenging high-performance receiver and frequency conversion designs operating through 18 GHz and beyond. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with a passion for solving complex RF problems advancing innovative technologies and supporting mission-critical solutions for defense and aerospace applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the design and development of state-of-the-art RF/microwave receivers frequency-converters and related products for SIGINT EW and radar applications.
- Participate in the design analysis integration and test of RF/microwave circuitry operating through at least 18 GHz using SMT components and PCB substrates.
- Assist in requirements analysis frequency planning and subsystem-level architecture development under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Contribute to the development of high-performance RF systems with challenging requirements for bandwidth dynamic range noise figure etc.
- Serve as an individual RF/MW design contributor and support engineer for key design projects.
- Support schematic capture simulations PCB layout review integration and troubleshooting activities.
- Perform RF testing data analysis and documentation of design results.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline and 2 years related experience in the area of RF/microwave circuit design.
- Experience performing top-level requirements analysis and design of system architecture allocating functional requirements for sub-assemblies.
- Experience in design of RF/MW circuitry through at least 18GHz using SMT components on PCB substrates.
- Hands-on design experience in PCB-based design of RF/MW circuitry supporting receivers and frequency converters to 18GHz and beyond.
- Familiar with receiver/frequency converter system design including frequency planning and spur analysis RF/MW filter technologies cascade GNIP analysis MW mixers frequency generation using PLL ICs and design trade-offs.
- Must be able to work as an individual contributor as well as with a diverse group of engineering disciplines.
- Candidate must be familiar with computer design tools including Keysight Genesys OrCad MATLAB PSPICE or other tools.
- Must have the ability to obtain security clearance.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Wide bandwidth high dynamic range super-het receiver design experience is desired. Additionally experience in mmW frequency range design wideband digitization and low SWaP design is helpful.
Salary Range: $105000.00 - $125000.00 per year.
Location: Onsite in Sparks MD with a 9/80 schedule. Every other Friday OFF.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. addition applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
IRF Solutions is proud to be a Disability/ Veterans Employer. IRF Solutions is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. IRF Solutions maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law.
Proof of employment authorization will be required. IRF Solutions is not required to sponsor applicants for work visas. As this position will require access to export-controlled information only applications from U.S. persons within the meaning of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations will be considered. IRF Solutions is not required to seek export licenses for applicants who do not meet this requirement.
As an equal opportunity employer iRF Solutions is committed to a diverse workforce. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the iRF Solutions career website as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by contacting Denise Nocerino or by phone at .
Required Experience:
Senior IC
