Entry Level RF Engineer

Crane Aerospace & Electronics; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Holidays

401k matching

Job summary

Crane Aerospace and Electronics in Chandler, AZ is seeking an RF Engineer I to join our defense and space focused engineering team. This role performs research, design, and development of RF and mixed‑signal hardware under supervision, contributing to IPT activities and ensuring cost, quality, and customer requirements are met.

The position targets candidates with 0–3 years of experience and coursework in electromagnetics and RF/microwave circuits; familiarity with RF lab equipment is a plus.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of relevant work experience
• Completed courses in Electromagnetics, RF & Microwave circuits, Analog and Mixed‑signal design
• Knowledge of signal processing and communications is desirable but not required
• Electronics lab RF equipment experience is desirable

Responsibilities

• Support RF and mixed‑signal hardware design for Defense and Space applications
• Assist with new designs and modernization to meet cost, quality, and customer requirements
• Contribute to end‑to‑end system analysis and RF/mixed‑signal integration testing
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet standards and requirements

Skills

RF engineering

Microwave circuits

Signal processing

Analog design

Electromagnetics

Communications

Lab experience

Education

B.S. / M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microwave Office

ADS

HFSS

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for an RF Engineer I at our Chandler, AZ location.

About Crane

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

From supplying microwave products for GPS satellites to integrated assemblies for the latest innovative defense platforms, come join an industry-leading aerospace & defense manufacturer based in beautiful, sunny Chandler, Arizona. You’ll join a first-class, dynamic organization steeped in rich culture and an established track record of delivering customers premier, quality products. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with prime OEMs and help us develop state‑of‑the art solutions – all in a family‑first community with top‑rated schools and an abundance of recreational activities. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary

The RF Engineer I works under immediate supervision and uses established procedures to perform engineering duties in researching, planning, designing, and developing products for use in the Electronics Space marketplace. The RF Engineer I works on new product designs and existing product designs, modernization, and upgrades, as well as performs extensive analyses to ensure cost, quality, and customer requirements are met. Working within a collaborative Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment the Electrical Engineer I uses analytical thinking and innovation to ensure customer goals are met.

Essential Functions

• Work under close supervision to gain hands‑on experience researching, planning, designing, and developing products for Defense and Space applications.
• Assist with new product designs and modernization of existing designs to meet cost, quality, and customer requirements.
• Support end‑to‑end systems analysis and contribute to the design of RF and mixed‑signal communications hardware.
• Help with system integration and testing activities to verify product performance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure designs meet customer, manufacturing, and internal standards.
• Contribute to the development of test procedures and help ensure product designs comply with internal and external requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant work experience
• Completed courses in Electromagnetics, RF & Microwave circuits, Analog, and Mixed‑signal circuit design.
• Knowledge of Signal processing and Communications is desired but not a requirement.
• Knowledge of simulation tools like Microwave office / ADS / HFSS is desired but not a requirement.
• Some hands‑on experience handling RF equipment in the lab desired.
• Education/Certification: B.S. / M.S. (Preferable) in Electrical Engineering
• Eligibility Requirement: This position requires access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment
• Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes

Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds

Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets

Workspace (line, cube, etc): cubicle/desk

Top Benefits

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug‑free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.