Senior RF Systems Engineer

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

100% employer-paid health care

401k & Retirement Plans

Equity options

Paid parental leave

Weekly Paid Office Lunches

End of Year Bonuses

Fully stocked breakrooms

Job summary

A high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on hypersonic aircraft seeks an RF systems engineer in Los Angeles. This position involves defining RF hardware requirements, developing test procedures, and integrating RF solutions for aircraft systems. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with at least 4 years of RF hardware design experience. This role offers competitive pay, unlimited PTO, and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience designing and testing RF hardware.
• Experience with L/S/C/Ku and Ka-Band frequencies.
• Master's degree preferred with emphasis in Antenna or Electromagnetic theory.

Responsibilities

• Simulate RF hardware for communication systems.
• Develop test procedures for RF testing.
• Design, build, and test microwave circuits.
• Perform data analysis and present results.
• Work with manufacturing and production teams on procuring and integrating quality RF module and antenna subsystems into our aircraft
• Perform data analysis of RF systems, generate documentation/slides and present results to team

Skills

RF hardware requirements

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Test automation

Prototyping/soldering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Antenna/EM theory or microwave circuits

Tools

VNA

Spectrum analyzers

RF power meters

Python

Job description

Overview

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.

We are looking for an RF systems engineer focused on identifying RF hardware requirements, creating system architectures, and building/testing/integrating the RF solutions – both on the aircraft and ground station. This position will require strong fundamentals, wide-breadth design experience, and efficient troubleshooting skills. You’ll be responsible for high-ownership technical delivery while working with a multi-disciplinary team of engineering, manufacturing, and quality professionals.

Responsibilities

• Simulate/model RF hardware for communication systems and sensors/instruments
• Develop test concepts and test procedures for RF and Environmental testing, including far field and near field measurements (plus vibration, shock, thermal and thermal vacuum)
• Define hardware architecture and specifications for the RF system blocks, interfaces, and housing. Design, build and test microwave circuits and assemblies
• End-to-end design validation and testing of RF product performance. Lead and conduct troubleshooting or root cause hardware performance challenges
• Work with manufacturing and production teams on procuring and integrating quality RF module and antenna subsystems into our aircraft
• Perform data analysis of RF systems, generate documentation/slides and present results to team

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• 4+ years of professional experience designing and testing electrical, antenna and/or RF hardware and systems
• Experience with RF/Antenna Systems in L/S/C/Ku and Ka-Band frequencies

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams
• Strong troubleshooting and problem diagnostic skills
• Understanding of electromagnetic propagation, impedance matching, Smith Chart, VSWR, P1dB, IIP3, NF, and etc.
• Understanding of digital modulation such as QAM, BPSK, QPSK, and SOQPSK or similar
• Experience working with VNA, spectrum analyzers, RF power meters, and other relevant RF test equipment
• Experience with test equipment automation and scripting
• Strong hands-on skills including prototyping/soldering and the use of a full range of instrumentation including multimeters, oscilloscopes, current meters, etc
• Support ongoing regulatory filling including FCC, FAA, and AFTRCC
• Previous Experience on Integration and Test of an RF Systems (of any kind) with Radio as an integral part of RF Systems
• Master\'s degree with emphasis in Antenna, Electromagnetic theory and/or microwave circuits
• Experience using in HFSS (or similar antenna simulation tools)
• Familiarity with Antenna design, including types and tradeoffs
• EMI/EMC testing per MIL-STD-461
• Prior experience working on an airborne vehicle
• Experience in a startup or agile development environment
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages to aid automation, data analysis, etc

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position\'s scope and responsibilities, the candidate\'s professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.

Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!
100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Unlimited PTO
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
End of Year Bonuses
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
Paid Parental Leave