RF Engineer

Anduril; Broomfield, Fort Collins (CO, CO); Vor Ort; USD 143.000 - 191.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Anduril Industries in the United States is seeking a Staff RF Engineer to design and deploy next‑gen radar systems. You will own RF electronics, lead testing, and mentor engineers while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to define architectures and end‑to‑end requirements.

Your work will push performance and reliability for defense applications. The role demands substantial RF design expertise, PCB knowledge, and the ability to translate concepts into prototypes and production-ready

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field required.
• 7+ years in RF electronics, phased arrays or radar systems.
• Proficiency with RF design/analysis tools (HFSS, ADS) and measurement equipment.
• Strong PCB design knowledge (Altium) and system engineering experience.
• Ability to lead initiatives, solve complex problems, and work cross‑functionally.
• Eligible for a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

Aufgaben

• Own design and development of advanced phased arrays and RF electronics.
• Lead testing, troubleshooting, and optimization for rugged environments.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality across deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define architectures and requirements.
• Conduct RF simulations, trade studies, and prototyping for innovation.
• Drive technical decisions and support programmatic strategy.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies to maintain competitive edge.
• Support production ramp‑up including DFM/DFT and supplier engagement.

Kenntnisse

RF engineering

Systems engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentorship

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Ansys HFSS

Keysight ADS

Altium

PCB design

Jobbeschreibung

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

The Anduril Battlespace Awareness Radar team develops state‑of‑the‑art radar systems, deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies. The Radar team is seeking an experienced Staff RF Engineer to help us design, test, and deploy the next generation of US radars. The Radar team is responsible for all aspects of radar system development, from the ideation stage through initial production. In this role, you will work closely with an interdisciplinary technical team to define radar architectures, design solutions, build prototypes, perform testing, and mature the prototypes into products.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Own the design and development of advanced phased arrays and RF electronics for military radar systems, ensuring cutting‑edge performance and reliability.
• Lead testing, troubleshooting, and optimization efforts to ensure radar systems meet rigorous performance requirements across various operating environments.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth and ensuring quality across the team’s deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to define radar architectures, system concepts, and end‑to‑end product requirements.
• Conduct trade studies, RF simulations, and prototyping to drive innovation and ensure optimal system performance.
• Drive technical decision‑making and contribute to programmatic strategy, ensuring alignment with company objectives and mission success.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to maintain Anduril’s technological edge.
• Support production ramp‑up, including design for manufacturing (DFM), design for testability (DFT), and supplier engagement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience in developing RF electronics, phased arrays, antennas or related radar electronics
• Proficiency in RF design and analysis tools such as Ansys HFSS, Keysight ADS, or comparable tools.
• Expertise with RF measurement equipment, including Network Analyzers, Signal Analyzers, and Near Field Scanners.
• Strong knowledge of PCB design (schematic capture, layout), with experience in tools like Altium.
• Deep understanding of electronic systems engineering, including design specification, part selection, and test planning.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, solve complex problems, and implement innovative solutions with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated experience working across multidisciplinary teams in fast‑paced environments.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

TOOL FAMILIARITY:

• Electromagnetic Simulation Tools: Ansys HFSS or comparable.
• RF Circuit Design Tools: Keysight Advanced Design System (ADS) or similar.
• Electronics Design Tools: Altium or comparable PCB design tools.
• Programming Languages: Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar for design, simulation, and testing.
• Test Equipment: Signal analyzers, RF network analyzers, Near Field Scanners, etc.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree in RF/Microwave Engineering
• Expertise inactive phased array radar and beamforming technologies.
• Knowledge of antenna array simulation, design, and manufacturing
• Familiarity with advanced PCB technologies for high‑frequency RF and high‑density routing/interconnect.
• Proven track record of leading phased array radar system designs from concept to production in a defense or aerospace environment.

We request transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide detailed information regarding your academic performance in relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non‑technical information (e.g., student ID, dates, non‑technical coursework, etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this assessment.

US Salary Range

$143,000 - $191,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril’s total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including:

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.