Electrical Engineer: RF Subsystems

HRL Laboratories, LLC; Lost Hills (CA); On-site; USD 120,715 - 150,895; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in California is looking for an experienced engineer to develop RF/mmWave subsystems. Responsibilities include designing electronics circuits and collaborating with Mechanical Engineering on thermal management. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree. The salary for this full-time position ranges from $120,715 to $150,895, plus bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing electronics circuits.
• Experience with RF & mmW PCB development is a plus.
• Ability to travel 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Contribute technical expertise in RF/mmWave subsystem development.
• Perform critical designs with oversight.
• Work with Mechanical Engineering for thermal solutions.

Skills

Schematic Capture

PCB Layout

Electronics Circuits Design

Simulation Software (Spice, ADS)

RF & mmW PCB Development

Altium Designer

Military Hardware Design

Thermal Management

Microelectronic Packaging

Signal Integrity Tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

PCB Manufacturing Standards

Job description

Overview

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Essential Duties

• Contribute technical expertise and work within a fast-paced team of scientists and engineers on the development of next generation RF/mmWave subsystems. Take responsibility for the design, implementation and test of high-performance electrical subsystems.
• Perform preliminary and critical designs based on COTS or custom active and passive parts with oversight from a Senior Engineer.
• Perform or oversee fabrication and testing with oversight from a Senior Engineer.
• Schematic capture, PCB layout, fabrication documentation and module assembly.
• Work with Mechanical Engineering to develop thermal solutions and any mechanical design considerations.

Required Skills

• Experience with Schematic Capture is required.
• Experience with PCB Layout is required.
• At least 3 years of experience designing, implementing, and testing electronics circuits.
• Experience simulating the behavior of electronics in Spice, ADS, or similar software is required.
• Experience with RF & mmW PCB development, layout, and testing is a plus.
• Experience with Altium Designer is preferred.
• Experience with design and qualification of hardware for military applications.
• Working knowledge of electronic sub-assemblies from the component to subsystem level, including operation, controls, safety, etc.
• Familiarity with today’s active and passive components and knowledge of COTS component availability.
• Understanding of RF components and devices.
• Knowledge of conventional and advanced microelectronic packaging/integration and thermal management.
• Familiarity with digital, mixed-signal, power and signal integrity tools is desired.
• Familiarity with PCB manufacturing and standards (IPC 6012, IPC-A-610, drill tolerancing, etc.).
• Proficiency in use of computers, engineering workstations, complex electronic equipment, effective communication, vendor interaction, and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

Ability and willingness to travel 20% of the time.

Special Requirements

US citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance.

Compensation

The base salary range for this full-time position is $120,715 - $150,895 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

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