Position Overview

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As a Principal Microwave Engineer in the Defense and Aerospace industry, you will play a vital role in the development and implementation of microwave systems and components utilized in radar, communication, and electronic warfare systems. You will provide technical leadership to resolve challenges arising during assembly, production testing, and integration of complex RF/Microwave products.

Key Responsibilities

Microwave System Design:

Develop and implement innovative microwave system architectures for defense and aerospace applications.

Component Development:

Analyze and optimize microwave components such as amplifiers, filters, mixers, oscillators, and antennas. Apply simulation tools and testing techniques to ensure component performance meets or exceeds requirements.

Microwave Circuit Development:

Optimize microwave circuits using various technologies, including microstrip, stripline, and integrated circuits. Simulate and validate designs using electromagnetic simulation tools to ensure optimal performance.

Testing and Characterization:

Plan and execute laboratory tests to verify microwave system and component performance. Use specialized equipment (e.g., network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power meters) to measure and analyze microwave signals, including power, frequency response, noise figure, and linearity.

Performance Analysis and Optimization:

Analyze system and component performance data, identify areas for improvement, and propose design modifications. Optimize systems for enhanced performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

Documentation and Reporting:

Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports. Maintain accurate records of design changes, test results, and project milestones. Communicate findings and recommendations to internal teams and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 7+ years of experience in high reliability military, aerospace, and defense electronics product development and manufacturing. Experience testing and troubleshooting RF/Microwave, analog, digital, and/or mixed signal circuits. Background in failure analysis and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations. Strong understanding of microwave theory, electromagnetic wave propagation, and transmission line theory. Proficiency with microwave measurement equipment and techniques, including vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power meters. Skilled in documentation such as schematics, block diagrams, and parts lists for complex electronics. Demonstrated success providing technical leadership to development or manufacturing teams. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Secret Clearance Required.

HRU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

The Process: To apply for this position, please follow these steps: Apply for this job with your current resume. Well get back to you the same day with some feedback on your application. Next youll be invited to an online screening conversation so we can go over the job requirements together and you can ask questions. After this stage well give you more feedback on your application and select the candidates to move forward in the process. Typically steps 1 to 4 takes less than 24 hours.

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