Senior RF Engineer

Job Description Company DescriptionApply (by clicking the relevant button) after checking through all the related job information below.Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. Pushing the boundaries of technology on a mission to change the world for the better from space.Job DescriptionSeeking a talented and highly motivated RF Design Engineer that will contribute to the development of electronic radio-frequency systems for space vehicle applications.The Senior RF Engineer will:Design front-end RF signal-chain circuits and assemblies for space vehicle communication and signal analysis systems using filters, amplifiers, mixers, couplers, impedance matching networks, and related componentsDesign stable, low-phase noise oscillators and distribution networksDesign RF digitizer circuits and assemblies using multi-GSPS ADC/DAC componentsCreate sampling and frequency conversion plans for multi-GHz instantaneous bandwidth signals to satisfy communication system and signal analysis requirementsIntegrate front-end RF circuits, oscillators, and digitizer assemblies with existing FPGA-based DSP functions in order to satisfy communication system or signal analysis requirementsCooperate with project teams over the course of RF system development to establish technical requirements, perform system trade studies, conduct design reviews, and track delivery scheduleCollaborate with RF group members and other SEAKR engineers to ensure that all multidisciplinary requirements can be satisfied in the assigned design projectsCreate engineering documentation according to SEAKR’s workflowSupport PCB layout engineers to ensure circuit boards will meet RF performance requirementsVerify design performance with systematic laboratory measurements of engineering modelsPerform worst case RF circuit analysis following SEAKR proceduresLead troubleshooting efforts of questionable RF hardware identified during testContribute analyses and design alternatives to product and program proposalsInteract with SEAKR customers to address RF requirements, trades, and constraintsEffectively balance time spent on multiple concurrent assignmentsProvide training and guidance to less experienced RF engineers at SEAKRTake leadership role within RF Engineering Group to improve hardware development processesCreate clear reports and deliver summary presentations to product and project leadershipServe as a technical expert in at least one RF engineering specialty: front-end circuit design and analysis; oscillator and clock design and analysis; 3D EM field modeling of PCB transmission lines and structures; or design verification measurementsQualificationsBSEE or equivalent degreeA minimum of 10 years of relevant experience Understanding of RF circuit theory, including transmission line propagation and couplingUnderstanding of oscillator and clock circuit operation and key performance parametersUnderstanding of RF circuit and signal characterization and key performance parameters: Sij, Zij, Return Loss, Insertion Loss, SNR, SINAD, SFDR, ENOB, IMD3, NPR, and Noise FigureUnderstanding of sampling and signal processing in digital RF systemsUnderstanding of printed circuit board fabrication and automated assembly processesSkills in schematic capture (Siemens Xpedition tools preferred)Skills in RF design and analysis skills using commercial EDA tools (Cadence/AWR Microwave Office or Keysight ADS preferred)Skills in 3D EM field modeling with CAD tools (Ansys SIwave & HFSS preferred)Skills in RF component and circuit verification measurements using multi-GHz VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Signal Analyzers, Vector Signal Sources, and/or Phase Noise AnalyzersExperience designing front-end RF receiver and transmitter circuitsExperience designing clock generation and distribution circuits with low phase noiseExperience designing local oscillator generation and distribution circuits with low phase noiseExperience in RF circuit board layout and transmission line designExperience working in collaborative design where success depends on collective effortsExcellent communication skillsExperience in presenting briefings to internal technical leadership and/or external customersExperience designing direct-sampling or frequency-converting digital RF systems is a plusAdditional InformationCompensation: Base pay range is $130,000 - $185,000 depending on qualifications. SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA. xaygatp SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. US Citizenship RequiredApplications will be accepted until 6/5/26