RF Antenna Engineer

CACI; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 72,700 - 149,200; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking an RF Antenna Engineer in Fairfax, VA to design high-performance antennas across 100MHz to 40GHz and contribute to advanced development programs.

You will work hands-on from concept to prototype, mentoring teammates and using HFSS and MATLAB to meet mission requirements for fielded systems.

Qualifications

• 2+ years antenna design experience or 1 year with a Master’s degree.
• Deep understanding of RF system design processes and trades.
• Experience with RF propagation, antenna structures, and their EM behavior.
• Experience with Vector Network Analyzers and Spectrum Analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Design antennas structures for 100MHz-40GHz RF range, including electronically steered arrays, broadband antennas, reflector feeds, and shaped reflector systems.
• Define RF requirements and architecture to meet mission requirements for new systems.
• Perform design analyses and develop RF architecture; mentor team members and supervise design to deliver solutions for fielded systems.

Skills

Antenna design

RF system design

Mentoring

RF propagation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Electromagnetics & Antennas)

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

HFSS

MATLAB

Job description

Job Title: RF Antenna Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

The Opportunity

At our CACI Fairfax Virginia facility you will be involved in all stages of design and development of high-performance state-of-the-art antennas. We develop unique solutions to address our nation’s most challenging technical requirements that cannot be met by commercially available antennas. Our capabilities include industry standard software tools for RF analysis and antenna design such as ADS, WASP-NET, HFSS, and GRASP, prototyping and fabrication facility, and our own state of the art Spherical Near Field Range.

Responsibilities

As a hands-on Antenna Engineer, you will design antennas structures for 100MHz-40GHz RF range, including but not limited to:

• Electronically Steered Arrays
• Specialized broadband antennas
• Reflector feeds
• Shaped reflector systems to meet unique mission requirements

You will help define the RF requirements and architecture to meet mission requirements for new systems:

• Perform analysis of alternative designs and develop the overall RF architecture. You must have a strong understanding of, and passion for, antennas and RF technology.
• Mentor team members and supervise design and development to provide new technical solutions that can be deployed to fielded systems to support the warfighter.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of antenna design experience and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with focus in Electromagnetics and Antennas or minimum of 1 year of experience with a Master's Degree.
• In depth understanding of RF system design processes and trades.
• Knowledge of RF propagation, antenna structures, and their electromagnetic behavior.
• Experienced in using tools such as HFSS and MATLAB
• Experience in designing, building, and testing prototype RF systems and antennas
• Hands on experience with Vector Network Analyzers and Spectrum Analyzers.
• Must be eager to learn and develop additional technical skills.

Desired:

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Experience in the analysis, design, and testing of phased arrays and reflector systems.
• Experience in antenna performance characterization using indoor test ranges.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$72,700 - $149,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.