Senior RF Systems Engineer

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health & Wellness benefits

Equity options

Paid time off & holidays

Office lunches

Zusammenfassung

Hermeus is seeking an RF systems engineer to define hardware architectures and test RF modules for airborne and ground systems. You will model RF hardware, develop test concepts, and lead design validation with cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing and quality.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with 4+ years of RF hardware design/testing and experience across RF bands. Prototyping, data analysis, and travel to test campaigns are expected.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• 4+ years of professional experience designing and testing RF hardware and systems.
• Experience with RF/antenna systems in multiple bands (L/S/C/Ku/Ka).

Aufgaben

• Simulate/model RF hardware for communication systems and sensors.
• Develop RF test concepts and procedures for RF/environmental testing.
• Define hardware architecture and test microwave circuits and assemblies.
• Lead end-to-end design validation and root-cause troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to integrate RF modules and antennas.
• Analyze data, document results, and present findings.

Kenntnisse

RF design

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional teamwork

Python scripting

Prototyping and soldering

Data analysis

Test automation

Travel readiness

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Antenna/EM or Microwave

Tools

VNA

Spectrum Analyzers

RF Power Meters

HFSS or antenna simulation tool

Jobbeschreibung

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

About The Role:

As an RF systems engineer you will be responsible for 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

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
• Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns

The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.

At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.

Benefits:

• Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance
• Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses
• Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees
• Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms

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 by22 C.F.R.

• 120.62or 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.