BAE Systems

Job Description: BAE Systems - RF Capability Group (Huntsville, AL) is seeking a strong Senior RF/Microwave Engineer with experience designing Microwave hardware modules.. 2+ years relevant design experience with specialization in RF, microwave, or millimeter-wave engineering. Fluent with Keysight ADS (preferred) or equivalent software. Familiarity with one or more of the following: Keysight ADS, Ansys HFSS, Sonnet, Microwave Office. PCB design and layout (Cadence preferably)

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Job Description
Job Description: BAE Systems - RF Capability Group (Huntsville, AL) is seeking a strong Senior RF/Microwave Engineer with experience designing Microwave hardware modules. This position requires knowledge and experience designing wideband microwave modules, including receiver front ends, tuners, up/down converters, and/or switch matrices. Candidates are expected to support all phases of development from early-stage architecture reviews through production.
Design leading-edge hardware modules with a focus on small size, low noise, wide bandwidth and/or high linearity
Assist in root cause and corrective action investigations
Generate necessary drawings and documentation
Support proposal and report generation
Mentor junior engineers

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

US citizen with the ability to obtain Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Scientific field and 4+ years related experience
2+ years relevant design experience with specialization in RF, microwave, or millimeter-wave engineering
Fluent with Keysight ADS (preferred) or equivalent software
Strong communication and writing skills
Understands and enjoys the challenges of a demanding “mission critical” environment
Dependable and highly motivated
Able to multitask effectively
Ability to work across company’s technical and non-technical functional disciplines
Able to travel and provide technical support to subcontractors and customers
Creative problem solver
Strong technical leadership and an effective team player
Enjoys learning new things and gaining new skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Experience designing tuner modules and/or frequency converters; mixers, phase lock loops
Familiarity with one or more of the following: Keysight ADS, Ansys HFSS, Sonnet, Microwave Office
PCB design and layout (Cadence preferably)
Conversant with power supply design techniques
Master’s degree in engineering or scientific field preferred, but not required.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $83900 - $142600

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

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