Radar/RF System Engineer

Lunewave Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunewave Inc., a high tech startup in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a Radar / RF System Engineer. The candidate will develop advanced antenna technology, supporting RF sensor projects from conceptual development through field support. Requires a solid understanding of radar/RF systems and hardware development.

Expectations include strong expertise in system design and familiarity with signal processing, alongside a proven leadership background. A bachelor's degree plus 5 years experience is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree or 3+ years with a master's degree/PhD.
• Demonstrated leadership ability in complex engineering problems.
• Expertise in RF/microwave engineering.

Responsibilities

• Participate in RF/radar hardware development.
• Perform trade studies and create models.
• Provide guidance for RF system testing and data analysis.
• Interact with internal/external personnel on technical matters.

Skills

Radar system design

RF system design

MATLAB

Signal processing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

PhD in engineering

Tools

Simulation software tools

Job description

Job Summary

Lunewave Inc. is a high tech startup company developing advanced antenna technology for a broad range of applications including radar sensors, passive RF direction finding systems, millimeter wave imagers, wireless communication, SATCOM, etc.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Radar / RF System Engineer to join the Lunewave Engineering team in Tucson, AZ. The successful candidate must have advanced conceptual understanding of radar and / or RF systems with a solid understanding of related hardware development and the systems engineering process. This position will support the full life cycle of multiple active and passive RF sensors from conceptual development through field support. Experience in aerospace industry as well as telecom industry is helpful.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Candidate should have strong expertise in radar and / or RF system design, and be familiar with trade studies, models, and algorithms in MATLAB or similar programming languages.
• Conceptualizes and articulates innovative solutions to highly technical and complex engineering problems related to RF / radar system design with an emphasis on hardware specification and architecture. Familiarity with signal processing is a strong plus.
• Will participate in RF / radar hardware development including front end antenna technology and back in processing components leading system development, integration, verification, validation, and debug.
• Will perform trade studies and create models to evaluate competing solutions and provide recommendations for best courses of action.
• Will provide guidance and support for Radar and RF system testing and data analysis.
• Interacts with internal and external personnel on technical matters related to RF system design requiring coordination between organizations.
• Provides leadership, direction and guidance for research into the solution of radar and / or RF related engineering problems.
• Advises or directs the planning for the implementation of engineering solutions, including strategic objectives and timetables for technical development.
• Participates or directs the allocation of technical resources and professional staff to achieve objectives.
• Prepares status/progress reports and ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.
• Functions as a key participant in attracting and retaining engineering business as well as professional staff.
• Effectively counsels, mentors and transfers highly specialized technical engineering knowledge to team members.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Job Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree, master's degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows: five or more years of experience with a bachelor's degree, three or more years of experience with a master's degree or with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Has demonstrated leadership ability by directing/developing the solution(s) to highly technical and complex engineering problems, and has been a key participant in attracting and retaining engineering business as well as professional staff.
• Expertise in RF / microwave engineering and related simulation software tools is a strong plus.
• Must also possess excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, be customer focused, and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment.
• US citizenship or permanent residency is preferred.