Staff Engineer RF Microwave Design
Northrop GrummanAbout the role
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Position Description
The Staff Engineer RF Microwave Design position supports Northrop Grumman’s Advanced Networking Solutions (ANS) Operating Unit programs. You will be joining a design team generating an RF solution for Northrop Grumman’s advanced programs initiatives.
We are looking for a RF design engineer responsible for the development of innovative, leading-edge RF products. The position will use design tools such as Keysight Genesys and simulators STK. The designer must have good communication and presentation skills.
The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience with design, layout, test, and troubleshooting of RF circuits. Candidates will need to work in a collaborative environment and work with teammates to accomplish common goals. Design technologies will include various frequency bands.
This position will require an individual who is comfortable with working in a small team environment with a significant amount of autonomy and accountability, covering the full life cycle of projects from inception through production. Given the small team environment, a willingness to assume multiple roles and responsibilities is required, supporting RF design, device modelling, mechanical design, design for manufacturability, and business development. The ability to be hands-on, to work through others, to engage in leadership, and assist in customer development is emphasized.
Responsibilities
Technical lead role for RF product development.
Develop RF device, including Power Amplifier (PA), diplexer and antennas as required.
Execute verification test analysis and present results to the external customer.
Support product through critical lifecycle stages including concept/feasibility, development, demonstration, and design for production.
An ability to solve dynamic technical problems with minimal oversite
This position is contingent upon SAP approval
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in a STEM discipline and 12 years of related experience; or a Master of Science in a STEM discipline and 10 years of related experience; or a PhD and 8 years of related experience
RF circuit design experience
Antenna design experience
Keysight Genesys and STK experience
Must have an active Top Secret clearance
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain program access
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to develop product designs independently, and verify those designs through prototype fabrication and testing
Design and simulation experience
RF engineering background; antenna design, noise implications, and experience with various frequency bands
Experience moving from concept to prototype and demonstration rapidly
Practical experience assembling RF circuits in a bench-test environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
What We Offer:
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a great 401K matching program, and 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees/designs, develops, tests radio frequency (RF) and/or microwave systems architecture, components, circuits, or products. Includes antenna design, both reflector and array systems, frequency synthesizers,
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