Antenna Systems Engineer - Phased-Array & RF Sensor

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking an Antenna Systems Engineer to advance RF sensors and phased array technologies for national defense. You will design, test, and integrate prototype RF apertures and sensor systems, perform trade studies, and present analyses to sponsors.

This role requires travel up to 10% and eligibility for security clearances. Join a collaborative team in the Sensor Technologies Group and contribute to cutting-edge antennas, measurement

Qualifications

• An MS in electrical engineering with a concentration in electromagnetics (EM), RF, or signal processing.
• 5 years of experience in developing phased array radar, EW, or communications systems.
• Experience with FEKO, HFSS, or ADS.
• Strong MATLAB or Python skills.
• Experience with RF lab equipment like network analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Work on pioneering RF sensors and phased array technologies.
• Perform system engineering trade studies in support of concept development for new RF sensor systems to meet emerging sponsor requirements.
• Develop and assess antenna architectures, RF apertures, and enabling technologies against system-level performance metrics.
• Design, integrate, and test prototype RF apertures and sensor systems in laboratory, chamber, and field test settings.
• Present analysis to sponsors and prime contractors to guide program direction.
• Engage in opportunities to translate findings into whitepapers, conference talks, journal articles, or other internal or external publications.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Communication skills

Education

MS in electrical engineering (EM/RF/signal processing)

Tools

FEKO

HFSS

ADS

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking an Antenna Systems Engineer to advance RF sensors and phased array technologies for national defense. You will design, test, and integrate prototype RF apertures and sensor systems, perform trade studies, and present analyses to sponsors.

This role requires travel up to 10% and eligibility for security clearances. Join a collaborative team in the Sensor Technologies Group and contribute to cutting-edge antennas, measurement