Senior RF Engineer: High-Power Microwave Systems

Teledyne LeCroy Korea; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work

Professional development

Wellness programs

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Teledyne Microwave Solutions seeks an experienced engineer to design and optimize high-power microwave amplifiers (TWTs) used in mission-critical aerospace/defense systems. You will work across product lifecycles, employing advanced simulations and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver robust electrical and thermomechanical designs.

The role requires a strong background in RF/microwave electronics, power electronics, and high-voltage practices, plus excellent analytical and communication

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics with 7+ years experience, or Bachelor’s with 10+ years (required)
• Knowledge of RF/microwave electronics, power electronics, and high-voltage practices (required)
• Familiarity with HFSS, CST, or similar simulation tools; Python programming is a plus (advantage)
• Understanding of ISO/AS9100 and Lean Six Sigma principles (advantage)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (required)
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance (required)

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-power microwave amplifiers (TWTs) throughout the product lifecycle
• Use advanced simulation tools to create electromagnetic designs and improve existing products
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure robust electrical and thermomechanical designs
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for yield and reliability issues
• Plan and execute engineering activities, including failure analysis and product development
• Monitor product lines for performance improvements and manufacturability enhancements
• Prepare technical input for proposals and customer communications
• Ensure compliance with corporate, government, and contractual requirements

Skills

RF/microwave electronics

Power electronics

High-voltage practices

Python programming

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Tools

HFSS

CST

Job description

Teledyne Microwave Solutions seeks an experienced engineer to design and optimize high-power microwave amplifiers (TWTs) used in mission-critical aerospace/defense systems. You will work across product lifecycles, employing advanced simulations and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver robust electrical and thermomechanical designs.

The role requires a strong background in RF/microwave electronics, power electronics, and high-voltage practices, plus excellent analytical and communication