Senior RF Electrical Engineer at Saab Phoenix, NY

Downtown Boulder Partnership; Town of Schroeppel (NY); On-site; USD 99,100 - 128,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

Paid time off including vacation and holidays

401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

Job summary

Downtown Boulder Partnership is seeking a Senior RF Engineer in Schroeppel, NY, to design and test RF modules for advanced radar applications. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in RF design, with a strong focus on performance optimization and integration.

Primary responsibilities include developing and simulating RF modules, conducting system-level analysis, and ensuring compatibility with product requirements. Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and paid time off, are provided.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in RF design, focusing on radar or high-frequency applications.
• Proficiency in RF simulation and schematic capture tools.
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RF Tx/Rx modules for radar systems.
• Conduct RF system-level analysis and trade-off studies.
• Perform laboratory testing and validation of RF modules.

Skills

RF design

Circuit theory

Impedance matching

Noise figure optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Keysight ADS

Altium Designer

VNA

Job description

Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior RF Engineer to design, develop, and test discreet transmit/receive (Tx/Rx) RF modules for advanced radar applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RF circuit design, system integration, and performance optimization, with hands-on experience in taking designs from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and develop discreet RF Tx/Rx modules for radar systems.
• Conduct RF system-level analysis, link budget calculations, and trade-off studies.
• Select and integrate components such as mixers, amplifiers, oscillators, and filters.
• Perform schematic capture, PCB layout reviews, and work closely with layout engineers to ensure optimal high-frequency performance.
• Conduct laboratory testing, tuning, and validation of RF modules against specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including firmware, mechanical, and systems engineering to ensure seamless product integration.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for performance anomalies.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for design decisions, test results, and compliance requirements.

Compensation Range: $99,100 - $128,800

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in RF design, focusing on radar or similar high-frequency applications (L, S, C, and X band).
• Proficiency in RF simulation tools (e.g., Keysight ADS, HFSS, CST, or similar).
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCBA layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, PADS, Allegro).
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (VNA, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters).
• Solid understanding of RF/microwave circuit theory, impedance matching, noise figure, and gain optimization.
• Experience with PCB design for RF and microwave circuits.
• Familiarity with military or aerospace standards for RF systems is a plus.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of phased-array radar architectures.
• Electronics packaging concepts.
• Familiarity with thermal and mechanical considerations in high-frequency module packaging.

Citizenship Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off including a minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability.
• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match.
• Tuition assistance.
• Student loan assistance.
• Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs.
• Employee stock purchase program with employer match.

EEO Statement

Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.