Antenna RF Engineer, EW

XYZ Venture Capital; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Radio Frequency Antenna Engineer in Costa Mesa, CA to design, analyze, and optimize RF antenna systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to meet project specs, leveraging RF hardware design expertise and PCB layout knowledge to advance our EW antenna projects.

The role requires hands-on testing in RF environments, experience with anechoic chambers, and willingness to travel. A U.S. Secret clearance eligibility is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of RF and Antenna experience.
• Experience with RF hardware design and RF component design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed RF design for antennas and antenna arrays.
• Perform antenna element trade studies and simulations.
• Optimize array lattice selection for frequency range and bandwidth.
• Design, simulate, and optimize antenna arrays.
• Develop prototypes of elements and arrays to validate models.
• Model PCB RF transitions and feed structures.
• Design passive components like Wilkinson splitters and hybrids.
• Provide layout support and finalize array models for optimization.

Skills

RF Antenna

Test Automation

Schematic Capture

PCB Design

RF Simulation Tools

Travel

Security Clearance

Education

BS Electrical Engineering

Tools

Anechoic Chamber

Open Air Testing

PCB Design Software

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our EW Radio Frequency Engineering team in Costa Mesa is a dynamic group of skilled professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of antenna and antenna array technology. With a strong focus on innovation and excellence, we collaborate closely to design and optimize cutting-edge RF solutions that meet the demands of our clients and the industry.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a Radio Frequency Antenna Engineer to join our team in Costa Mesa, CA, focused on RF design for antennas. In this role, you will design, analyze, and optimize RF design for antenna and antenna arrays while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project specifications. This position requires expertise in RF antenna design and simulation tools, as well as a solid understanding of board-level schematic design and PCB circuit layout. If you have strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and a passion for innovation, this opportunity is for you! Your contributions will be essential in advancing our RF antenna projects for the EW team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Conduct detailed RF design for antennas and antenna arrays.
• Perform antenna element trade studies, including investigation, simulation, and comparisons of various designs
• Optimize array lattice selection based on frequency range, scan range, instantaneous bandwidth, and element design.
• Design, simulate, and optimize antenna arrays.
• Develop prototypes of elements and arrays to validate models.
• Model PCB RF transitions, including interlayer transitions, matching networks, and feed structures.
• Design passive components such as printed splitters (Wilkinson, 90-degree hybrids) and corporate feed structures.
• Provide layout support and finalize array models for optimization.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 3+ years of RF and Antenna experience
• Experience with RF hardware design and RF component design.
• Experience with all stages of RF hardware testing from in-lab to in-field.
• Experience with test setup automation and relevant data analysis.
• Experience with Anechoic Chamber and Open Air testing
• Knowledge of Schematic Capture, PCB Design, and experience with RF simulation tools
• Some travel required
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Defense, national security, or aerospace domain familiarity through industry or education.
• DoD Field Testing experience with RF based systems and Antenna equipment

US Salary Range

$129,000 — $171,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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