RF Engineer

Relative Dynamics; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/disability insurance

Vacation and holidays

401k with company match

Employee referral program

Job summary

Relative Dynamics is seeking an RF Engineer to provide expert knowledge in RF and microwave engineering. You will guide development and application of technical data, and perform system design and integration tasks with discretion under general direction.

The role involves independent work, coordinating engineers and staff, designing components and RF systems, and producing reports and test procedures for complex programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or applied science is required.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• 10+ years of experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance required; TS/SCI with CI Polygraph is minimum.

Responsibilities

• Aids higher level engineers in detail work and translates guidance into usable information for the assignment.
• Works independently, directing and coordinating the work of engineers and other personnel in data compilation, modeling, testing, and reporting.
• Assists high level engineers on project elements and assumes responsibility for a major segment of related work.
• Prepares plans, specifications, procedures, and studies; evaluates test data and recommends methods to meet design objectives.

Skills

RF engineering

Technical guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or applied science

Job description

Career Opportunities with Relative Dynamics

A great place to work.

At Relative Dynamics we value knowledge as a process rather than knowledge as an answer. Founded in 2011 our goal is to define the new space era by continuously pushing the boundaries of engineering models services and technology development. Visit us at www.relativedynamics.space.

Relative Dynamics Inc. is seeking to hire an RF Engineer who will be responsible for providing expert knowledge and insight into specific areas of science and technology. Guides the development and application of this' knowledge to the project. Independently performs a variety of system design and integration tasks where subject matter expertise is required.

What You'll Get to Do:

• Aids higher level engineers in most of the detail work and translates technical guidance and data received into usable information applicable to the assignment
• Works independently, directing and coordinating the work of engineers and other technical personnel engaged in the compilation of engineering data, construction, and testing of models, designing component circuits, and writing reports and test procedures
• Assists high level Engineers of higher-level program elements engaged in an engineering or research project. Assumes responsibility for a major segment of related work
• Prepares plans, process specifications and procedures. Prepares studies, cost work standards and assignments of similar complexity and magnitude requiring a comprehensive knowledge of mechanical and manufacturing theory and design. Compiles and evaluates test data, prepares technical analysis, recommends methods and processes required to meet design objectives on new or improved products and/or processes. Provides support in technical matters relating to Engineering Change Notices, rework, or other difficulties and specifications of a moderately complex nature. Conducts analyses or tests pertaining to the development of new methods, materials, processes, or standards, and provides recommendations accordingly. Coordinates with other technical support personnel.
• Performs professional Radio Frequency Engineering assignments of wide complexity under general direction with considerable discretion as to work details.
• Provides support in the design, development, and testing of radio frequency (RF) and/or microwave systems architecture, components, circuits, or products. Includes antenna design, both reflector and array systems, frequency synthesizers, transmitters and receivers, Land Mobile Radio, SATCOM, and Tactical Communications
• Performs other functions necessary for the completion of engineering assignments

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or applied science
• 2+ years of related experience
• 10+ years of experience directly related to engineering or applied science may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
• Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance required. At a minimum job requires a TS/SCI clearance with a CI Polygraph.

What You Won't Do:

• Feel stuck as we offer great opportunities to advance and learn
• Feel like a number as we're a close-knit bunch and always have each other’s backs

Who You Are:

• A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge
• A reliable worker who knows the importance of showing up when it counts
• Accept assignments with open cooperative positive and team-oriented attitudes
• Able to plan and execute plans across teams
• Effective communicator both written and verbal

What You'll Enjoy:

• Competitive wage and benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance
• Vacation and paid holidays
• Great 401k with company match
• Employee referral program
• Community involvement investing and giving back to the community

Relative Dynamics conducts a comprehensive background check that includes drug testing. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.