Engineering Manager

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Folsom (CA); Vor Ort; USD 150.000 - 175.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

Kratos Microwave, Inc., a Kratos' company, seeks an Engineering Manager to lead an RF & Microwave Design team onsite in Folsom, CA. You will direct the design of frequency converters, SSPAs, and MFAs for aerospace and defense applications, and manage bids, development, and production transitions.

The role requires 10+ years in RF/microwave, a BSEE (MSEE preferred), and strong leadership and communication skills. Travel is up to 15–20%, with compensation in the six-figure range and full benefits.

Qualifikationen

• BSEE required; MSEE preferred.
• 10+ years in RF & Microwave industry at microwave/millimeter-wave frequencies.
• Experience with Mixed Signal & Direct-RF/Direct-to-Digital products a plus.
• Proven experience leading and developing technical employees.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to deliver innovative solutions.
• Proficient with RF design software such as Cadence/AWR Microwave Office and/or ADS.
• Familiarity with HFSS, CST, and/or Sonnet for EM simulations.
• Excellent written & verbal communication; ability to present to customers and leadership.

Aufgaben

• Lead RF & Microwave Design Engineering team for aerospace/defense products (SSPAs, frequency converters, MFAs).
• Oversee design, development, and transition of new products to production.
• Guide recruitment and team development; manage proposals and bids.
• Lead system architecture design using RF planning tools.
• Direct hardware layout, testing, and verification of performance.
• Lead design reviews (PDR, CDR, MRR) with customers and leadership.

Kenntnisse

RF & Microwave design

Team leadership

Signal processing

Design review leadership

Verbal & written communication

Ausbildung

BSEE

MSEE preferred

Tools

Cadence/AWR Microwave Office

ADS

HFSS

CST

Sonnet

SPICE

Altium

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Kratos Microwave, Inc., a Kratos' company, is looking for a Engineering Manager to work onsite at their Folsom, CA location.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises.

At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions—always striving to do the right thing.

Kratos offers medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

Manages a variety of engineering services functions that could include drafting, design support, document control or similar engineering support activities. Ensures the timely, thorough, and accurate completion of all engineering projects. Oversees the preparation of new or modified designs. Ensures documentation packages are complete. Maintains part and project number assignments, drawing reproduction, and customer documentation. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lead an RF & Microwave Design Engineering team in the design and development of frequency converters, synthesized frequency sources, solid-state power amplifiers (SSPAs), Direct-RF converters, and complex multi-function assemblies (MFAs) for aerospace and defense applications. Products will include frequency converters, synthesizers, Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs), switched filter banks, tunable filters, and integrated transmit/receive (T/R) assemblies.
• Manage personnel development, new business bids & proposals, and the successful design, development, and production release / transition to production of new products.
• Manage employee development & operational improvements of the RF, Microwave, & Mixed Signal design group in support of company goals & objectives. Participate in recruiting & team development.
• Technical responsibilities include leading the design of RF architectures and systems using chain analysis and frequency planning tools such as VSS.
• Design of RF components using MWO, CST, HFSS, Sonnet, SPICE, etc.
• Evaluation and selection of devices that are suitable for the applications & operating environment, meeting customer requirements. This includes the design and selection of LNAs, PAs, filters, mixers, frequency multipliers, isolators, couplers, phase locked oscillator, and synthesizers.
• Perform trade studies for noise figure, power compression, linearity, and isolation.
• Perform hardware layout, component evaluation, prototype construction, and test.
• Prepare test methods and specifications, analyze and test hardware to verify performance.
• Lead both internal and external PDR, CDR, and MRR design reviews, generating and delivering presentations to our internal leadership team and to customers.
• Provide guidance on technology trends and help drive innovation to maintain our leading edge technical capabilities relative to competitors.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Experience And Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Extensive experience with devices, circuitry, and systems operating at RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave frequencies.
• Ability to design circuitry for high frequency receivers, transmitters, and signal generation. Experience with design tools such as MWO, ADS, CST, HFSS, Sonnet, SPICE, & Altium.
• Knowledge of signal routing, mechanical layout, and packaging technologies for devices and subassemblies.
• Ability to conceptualize initial component and system designs with block diagrams and cascade analyses.
• Ability to lead project team execution of assembly, test, debug, and optimization.
• Ability to organize results for design reviews and customer presentations.
• Ability to communicate clearly with excellent verbal, written, & presentation skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BSEE required, MSEE preferred.
• 10+ years of work experience in the RF & Microwave industry at microwave and millimeter-wave frequencies.
• Experience with Mixed Signal & Direct-RF / Direct-to-Digital products a plus.
• Previous experience managing & developing technical employees.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to find creative and innovative solutions.
• Strong lab skills using test equipment, and ability to tune and align circuitry.
• Must be proficient with RF design software such as Cadence/AWR’s Microwave Office and/or ADS.
• Familiarity with HFSS, CST, and/or Sonnet for EM simulations.
• Must have excellent written & verbal communications skills. Will participate in the preparation of technical proposals to support new business opportunities.
• Will frequently be asked to present to customers and executive management.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team, and to be flexible within a dynamic environment.
• Committed to personal excellence and high corporate ethical standards.
• Ability to consistently meet project goals and deadlines, to lead multiple project design teams, and to support bid & proposal tasks simultaneously.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the collateral SECRET level.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office and/or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to travel 15-20% for customer meetings and cross-site collaboration.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse, phones, use tools/equipment).

Travel Requirements: Yes, as required.

Base Annual Salary Range: $150,000.00 - $175,000.00

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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