Lead Phased-Array Radar Systems Architect

EVONA; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

EVONA in Redmond, WA seeks a Lead Antenna System Architect to lead the development of radar antenna systems for spaceborne applications. You will translate radar performance requirements into electronically steered antenna system specifications and architect proof-of-concept systems while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in RF/antenna development, expertise in phased-array design and digital beamforming, and proficiency with HFSS/CST/FEKO. U.S.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of RF/antenna development experience.
• Experience with electronically scanned arrays for radar or communications.
• Proficient in HFSS, CST, or FEKO.
• Strong cross-functional ownership and concept-to-deployment track record.
• Familiarity with high-density PCB-based antenna design.
• Experience with phased-array design principles and digital beamforming.

Responsibilities

• Translate radar requirements into electronically steered antenna system specs.
• Architect and develop proof-of-concept systems for next-gen antennas.
• Lead component selection to meet performance metrics and cost targets.
• Analyze measured vs modeled performance and identify root causes.
• Develop antenna system modeling capabilities with system engineers.
• Lead antenna control and calibration method development with FPGA/DSP/Software/RF teams.
• Drive problem solving and maturation to flight-ready products.
• Develop internal analysis tools and scripts for design space iteration.
• Mentor engineers and participate in hiring for team growth.

Skills

RF/antenna development

Phased-array design

3D EM simulation

Python/MATLAB

HF/MMW PCB antennas

Digital beamforming

System modeling

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

HFSS

CST

FEKO

Job description

EVONA in Redmond, WA seeks a Lead Antenna System Architect to lead the development of radar antenna systems for spaceborne applications. You will translate radar performance requirements into electronically steered antenna system specifications and architect proof-of-concept systems while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in RF/antenna development, expertise in phased-array design and digital beamforming, and proficiency with HFSS/CST/FEKO. U.S.