RF Engineer III - E3

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking an experienced RF Engineer III in Plano, Texas, to lead design and testing of advanced RF systems for aerospace and defense. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 6+ years of RF engineering experience.

This position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) with a match. U.S. citizenship is required due to security clearance needs.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in RF/E3 engineering or a related role.
• Proficiency in advanced RF/E3 simulation tools preferred.
• Experience with RF test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Perform Electromagnetic Environmental Effects analysis.
• Compile Electromagnetic Interference Control Plan.
• Support MIL-STD requirements allocations.

Skills

Proficiency in RF/E3 design and testing techniques

Basic understanding of engineering principles

Experience in multi-disciplinary design teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

ANSYS HFSS

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Job Overview

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation. The position is for an RF Engineer III to lead design, development, and testing of sophisticated RF systems for advanced aerospace and defense applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) analysis
• Compile an Electromagnetic Environmental Effects Integration Analysis Report (E3IAR)
• Compile an Electromagnetic Interference Control Plan (EMICP)
• Compile an Electromagnetic Interference Test Plan (EMITP)
• Compile an Electromagnetic Interference Test Report (EMITR)
• Support TEMPEST control plan and test plan creation
• Support High‑altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) analysis
• Perform Co‑site analysis
• Support MIL‑STD‑464 and MIL‑STD‑461 requirements allocations
• Assist in analysis of failure data, reports, and root‑cause analysis to identify and document issues
• Evaluate different approaches to failure analysis and select the most appropriate methods for effective resolution
• Recommend corrective and preventive actions based on data and analysis

Qualifications

• Must Have: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; 6+ years of experience in RF/E3 engineering or a related role; higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience; proficiency in RF/E3 design and testing techniques; basic understanding of engineering principles and practices, including various RF/E3 modeling, analysis techniques, and tools; experience working in multi‑disciplinary design & development teams.
• Preferred: Experience with advanced RF/E3 simulation tools; understanding of aerospace and defense industry standards; knowledge of industry standard RF principles as they apply to design, analysis, and test; experience performing RF analysis such as co‑site, E3 integration, link budgets, and antenna patterns; proficiency with analysis software applications such as ANSYS HFSS, ANSYS EMIT, ANSYS SAVANT/SBR+, CST, EMA3D EMC+ /Charge+, Python and MATLAB; capability to develop substantiation documentation to demonstrate compliance to related requirements and industry standards; experience with RF test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers and Signal Generators; knowledge of industry standard RF assemblies and component selection and technical specifications.

Essential Functions

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to handle small components, tools, and equipment with precision.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, failure analysis reports, and computer screens accurately.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
• Life insurance
• 3 weeks paid time off
• Tuition reimbursementOther benefits as applicable

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required. Non‑U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.