RF Engineer, Mid-Level for Sensor & Seeker Systems

Simtechinc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SimTech, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Mid-Level RF Engineer to join a diverse team and contribute to advanced RF/microwave sensor and seeker applications. The role covers design, development, integration, testing and evaluation throughout the product lifecycle.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in EE (or related) with 5+ years in RF/microwave fields, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with VNA, spectrum analyzers, and other test gear. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in RF, microwave, radar, communications, electronic warfare, or related fields.
• Comprehensive knowledge of RF and microwave theory, components, circuits, and system architectures.
• Experience designing, developing, integrating, and testing RF/microwave hardware and systems.
• Experience utilizing RF test equipment including Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes, and related instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the characterization, analysis, and development of RF signal generation systems and RF/microwave technologies.
• Design, develop, and evaluate RF and microwave systems, subsystems, and hardware components for sensor and seeker applications.
• Perform RF system analysis, modeling, prototyping, integration, and testing throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Develop and validate RF hardware designs including amplifiers, filters, mixers, oscillators, frequency conversion circuits, and related microwave components.
• Conduct laboratory testing and performance characterization of RF/microwave hardware and systems.
• Utilize RF test equipment to evaluate system performance.
• Perform antenna and system characterization testing within anechoic chamber environments.
• Collect, reduce, and analyze laboratory and field test data to evaluate system performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Compare measured performance data against theoretical predictions, simulations, and system requirements.
• Troubleshoot RF hardware, test configurations, and integration issues to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support system integration activities and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Prepare technical reports, test procedures, engineering analyses, and design documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and provide recommendations to improve system performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Support customer demonstrations, field test events, and program reviews as required.

Skills

RF/microwave design

RF testing experience

Analytical skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Vector Network Analyzers

Spectrum Analyzers

Signal Generators

Oscilloscopes

Power Meters

Job description

SimTech, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Mid-Level RF Engineer to join a diverse team and contribute to advanced RF/microwave sensor and seeker applications. The role covers design, development, integration, testing and evaluation throughout the product lifecycle.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in EE (or related) with 5+ years in RF/microwave fields, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with VNA, spectrum analyzers, and other test gear. U.S.