Requisition Number
112764BR
See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.
Given our continued growth, we have immediate roles available for a highly motivated Principal RF/Microwave Engineer to join our Transition to Production, Production Support and Sustainment team supporting our Microwave Product Line. In this role, you will have a chance to grow your skills supporting the continued production and sustainment of various complex microwave modules, submodules, circuit card assemblies, and subsystems. You will have the opportunity to work closely with cutting-edge hardware fielded on the most advanced Military Platforms.
Activities day to day will vary and may include:
* Assessing design updates to existing microwave designs
* Conducting analyses to assess performance impacts
* Technical management of microwave subcontractors to design and develop microwave subassemblies.
* Working with hardware suppliers
* Supporting product yield and affordability improvements
* Supporting the debug of complex circuits
* Supporting the transition to production of new products
* Working in partnership with a cross functional team to ensure on time deliveries of quality products to support the War Fighter.
If you are looking to be immersed in a myriad of new technical challenges, this role is for you! At BAE Systems, we thrive in a diverse and dynamic team oriented environment with principles of respect and trust. Our engineers interact with colleagues and peers of various disciplines and backgrounds to arrive at innovative solutions to problems. We encourage collaboration and foster an environment of knowledge sharing and continuous learning. Take the first step towards achieving your career goals with us and apply today!
Job Posting Title
RF Electrical Engineer
Job Family
Hardware Eng
Travel Percentage
<10%
Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position
Secret
Shift
1st Shift
Regular or Temporary
Regular
Typical Education and Experience
Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience
Required Skills and Education
6+ years’ experience working on RF/Microwave chip and wire designs within the frequency range of 50Mhz to 20GHz
* Experience testing and troubleshooting RF frequency converters including an understanding of submodules such as low-noise amplifiers, pre-selectors, filter banks, mixers, Phased-locked-loops (PLLs), and Local Oscillators (LOs)
* RF path cascade analysis, experience with non-linear analysis is preferred
* Motivated self-starter with leadership skills and ability to effectively work in a team environment
* Excellent problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability.
* Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner and lead others to closure - Own the Design
* Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
* Active or previously held Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED
Preferred Skills and Education
Preferred Qualifications:
* Active Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED
* Experience working in a manufacturing environment
* Experience in RF/Microwave subsystem, module and circuit design and development
* Experience gathering and analyzing test data to assess trends and develop yield improvement plans
* Design and analysis of microwave systems and circuits using Agilent Advanced Design Suite (ADS) and Genesys
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.
Department
1BC_ES ECS Engineering
Company
BAE_BAE SYSTEMS Info&Elec Sys Intg
Posting Requirements
Internal/External
Job Category
Engineering & Technology
U.S. Person Required
Yes
Business Area
Electronic Combat Solutions
Salary Max Point
161680
Salary Min Point
95106
Union Job
None
Recruiter
Sean Burkley