Antenna Systems Engineer – Phased Array & RF Sensor Tech

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD seeks an Antenna Systems Engineer to advance RF sensor and phased array technologies, and to design, test, and integrate prototype antenna systems.

You will perform system trades, develop architectures, present findings to sponsors, and contribute to publications. Travel up to 10% and eligibility for U.S. security clearances required.

Qualifications

• MS in electrical engineering or physics with EM/RF focus.
• 5 years in developing phased array radar, EW, or comms systems.
• Experience with FEKO, HFSS, or ADS.

Responsibilities

• Work on pioneering RF sensors and phased array technologies.
• Perform system engineering trade studies for concept development.
• Develop and assess antenna architectures and RF apertures.
• Design, integrate, and test prototype RF apertures and sensor systems.
• Present analysis to sponsors and prime contractors.
• Translate findings into whitepapers, conference talks, or publications.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Communication

Education

MS in electrical engineering or physics

PhD in electrical engineering or physics

Tools

FEKO

HFSS

ADS

Network analyzers

Signal generators

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD seeks an Antenna Systems Engineer to advance RF sensor and phased array technologies, and to design, test, and integrate prototype antenna systems.

You will perform system trades, develop architectures, present findings to sponsors, and contribute to publications. Travel up to 10% and eligibility for U.S. security clearances required.