Applied RF & Electromagnetics R&D Engineer

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 106,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off (holidays, vacation, and

Sick time

Tuition discount 75%

Job summary

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) seeks an Applied Electromagnetic/RF Research and Development Engineer to join the Spectrum and Signature Solutions team. The role covers PIs, RF/microwave development for defense operations, and field-tested measurements across ranges and chambers.

Responsibilities include leading R&D in applied electromagnetics, developing technical docs, and collaborating with DoD/IC stakeholders to transition fundamental research to applied solutions.

Qualifications

• Hands on experience with RF/microwave instrumentation and lab measurements.
• Troubleshooting RF systems in lab and field.
• Familiarity with MATLAB and/or Python for instrument control and data analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• RF/microwave engineering for ground, air and sea-based operations.
• Electromagnetic simulation tools such as CST Microwave Studio or REMCOM XFdtd.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sensitive research and development focused on applied electromagnetics as a Principal Investigator (PI).
• Provide technical knowledge within the laboratory and oversee concepts and R&D in applied electromagnetics.
• Provide knowledge in RF/microwave engineering for ground, air and sea-based operations.
• Contribute to solutions for automation/control of RF instrumentation.
• Conduct RF/microwave lab-based and in-the-field measurements and experimentation.
• Facilitate measurements at outdoor test ranges, anechoic chamber, and EMC chambers.
• Assess and validate state-of-the art RF systems and solutions from the Defense Industrial Base.
• Assist with field-measurement setups and test plans.
• Occasional travel per sponsor and program requirements.

Job description

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) seeks an Applied Electromagnetic/RF Research and Development Engineer to join the Spectrum and Signature Solutions team. The role covers PIs, RF/microwave development for defense operations, and field-tested measurements across ranges and chambers.

Responsibilities include leading R&D in applied electromagnetics, developing technical docs, and collaborating with DoD/IC stakeholders to transition fundamental research to applied solutions.