Lead Radio Frequency Engineer

Battelle Memorial Institute; Ohio; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Radio Frequency Engineer to join their Electronic Warfare group. This role involves leading the development of complex RF/microwave systems, crucial for communications and electronic warfare solutions. The successful candidate will leverage extensive experience in microwave design and embedded systems to innovate and implement cutting-edge technologies. You will collaborate with talented engineers on advanced phased array antennas, ensuring your contributions directly impact national security. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on meaningful projects while enjoying a flexible work environment that prioritizes work-life balance and professional growth.

Benefits

Compressed work schedule

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in RF/microwave systems design and development.
• Strong background in microwave test equipment and PCB design.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of RF/microwave systems for communications and EW solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.
• Create technical documentation and conduct experiments in various environments.

Skills

Microwave Design Techniques

FPGA Development

Embedded Systems

Radio Signal Processing

Technical Writing

Leadership

Antenna Design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Cadence Virtuoso

Allegro

Altium Designer

Microwave Test Equipment

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Battelle is seeking a Lead Radio Frequency Engineer to work in the Electronic Warfare group within the National Security Division. The position is located at Battelle Headquarters in Columbus, OH.

The RF Engineer will be responsible for leading development of complex RF/microwave systems, for utilization in Communications and Electronic Warfare (EW) solutions. The applicant must have extensive experience in microwave design techniques, FPGA and embedded system development, radio signal processing, simulation tools and microwave test equipment. This position will work closely with antenna engineers on state-of-the-art phased array antennas, requiring a solid foundational understanding of antenna design and phased array applications including Electronic Beam Steering (EBS) and Direction Finding (DF). A successful candidate will be capable of making technical presentations to peers, program leadership, and customers and assist in new business development.

Responsibilities

The candidate will provide technical leadership, subject matter expertise and individual execution within engineering projects requiring design, prototyping, analysis, testing, fabrication and integration of RF/microwave systems, into multi-disciplinary engineering solutions. These solutions provide essential capabilities to operators in a wide variety of domains including communications, signal intelligence, radar, cyber and EW.

• Ability to work independently, as well as direct and coordinate work of multi-disciplinary engineering teams to assure the successful development of RF systems.
• Mentor and train junior and mid-level engineers
• Engineering design process development and maturation
• Customer and sub-contractor coordination
• Leading the creation of technical content for proposals and white papers
• Create technical documentation, test plans and reports
• Conduct experiments and testing in both a laboratory and field environment

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (EE) or related field + 10 years of experience, Master’s degree in EE or related field + 8 years of experience, PhD in EE or related field + 5 years of experience, or Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Microwave/RF system, subsystem and component analysis, design, prototyping and integration
• MATLAB modeling and analysis of RF channels, EBS patterns, and DSP systems.
• Design of RF/microwave Printed Circuit Boards (PCB)
• ECAD design experience using software suites such as Cadance Virtuoso and Allegro, and Altium Designer
• FPGA and embedded system development.
• Development of Software Defined Radio (SDR).
• Experience with microwave test equipment such as vector network analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, noise sources, multimeter, and signal sources
• Technical writing for proposals, white papers, test plans and reports
• Leadership of technical teams comprised of more than 3 people
• Ability to obtain/maintain a government security clearance (Must be a Sole US Citizen)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 3GPP 5GNR and O-RAN system design, integration, and test.
• Experience with VITA-49 system design, integration, and test.
• Familiarity with mobile cellular network equipment, deployment and industry practices.
• Design, integration, and evaluation of Active Electronically Steered Antennas (AESAs)
• Card Carrier Assemblies (CCA)
• Experience with electromagnetic simulation and modeling tools such as HFSS, CST, ADS, Genesys and/or AWR
• Familiarity with the setup and operation of military communication and EW equipment
• Current US Government Security Clearance

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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