Lead Systems and RF System Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to design, build, and test RF hardware systems and field-deployable prototypes
• Quantify system performance objectives, metrics, dependencies, and risks
• Lead the design of RF hardware systems, including component selection for antennas, transceivers, amplifiers, and filters
• Manage integration and testing of complete RF systems including waveguides, positioners, and processing hardware
• Conduct performance trade studies and hardware architecture analyses
• Develop component and system test plans to verify compliance with requirements
• Conduct over-the-air system demonstrations and prepare technical documentation
• Collaborate with signal processing, mechanical, and software teams to resolve technical issues

Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline
• 10+ years of experience with RF components and subsystems (T/R modules, antennas, amplifiers, etc.)
• Experience developing requirements and verification plans for complex systems
• Proficiency in RF system analysis including link budget and transceiver architectures
• Experience in RF testing and characterization from component to system level
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or other high-level programming languages
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI Clearance
• Advanced degree in a relevant technical field
• Experience with EM Field Solvers such as ANSYS HFSS or Sonnet
• Expertise in electronic warfare applications (electronic attack, electronic protection, ESM)
• Experience with RF Integrated Circuits and high-power RF design
• Knowledge of C/C++, FPGA hardware inference, and EMI/EMC debugging

About the Company

STR specializes in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security, focusing on next-generation sensors, radar, electronic warfare, and artificial intelligence.