Sr R&D Engineer

The website; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 97,550 - 141,443; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan options

Job summary

A leading research institution in Burlington, MA seeks a Senior RF Engineer to lead projects in RF and microwave systems. Ideal candidates should have over 7 years of experience in RF engineering and proficiency with various modeling tools. The role involves collaborating with diverse teams, managing technical projects, and mentoring junior staff. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, emphasizing the importance of innovation in defense and communication technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in RF/microwave engineering.
• Proven expertise in RF circuit and system design.
• Ability to lead small technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead RF R&D efforts for hardware systems design and testing.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver solutions.
• Manage project scope and ensure timely execution.

Skills

RF circuit and system design

Lab test and measurement

RF modeling tools

Strong communication skills

Team leadership

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

MS in related field

PhD in related field

Tools

HFSS

ADS

CST

MATLAB

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

.**About the Opportunity**The Senior RF Engineer will serve as a technical leader within multidisciplinary teams—driving innovation in radar, electronic warfare, and secure communications systems. The role involves end-to-end system development, from conceptual design and modeling through laboratory validation and field testing.KRI conducts cutting-edge applied R&D. The institute was founded with a focus on homeland security. Today, KRI strives to advance resilience in the face of 21st century risks across a wide range of technologies, emphasizing a collaborative approach that leverages our R1 university intellectual capital and technologies to develop application-specific solutions to customer needs. KRI focuses on satisfying customer-driven needs by co-locating a diverse, highly skilled R&D team that can address all aspects of a particular problem across the full range of technology-readiness levels. KRI headquarters, located at the NU Innovation Campus in Burlington, MA (ICBM), is home to one-of-a-kind research and test facilities for advanced and additive manufacturing, electromagnetic materials and devices for sensing and communications, RF engineering and wireless networks, unmanned and autonomous system technologies, as well as quantum materials and sensing. KRI is expanding activities to other campuses within the NU network.The position with KRI at Northeastern University, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of NU. The primary office for this position is at ICBM. Through NU, KRI offers an impressive benefits package, including multiple retirement plan options with generous matching, as well as tuition waiver for classes and degree programs. A full description of benefits can be found on the .**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** Job title and rank will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications.**Education & Experience*** BS required, MS is preferred, PhD is highly preferred in RF, Electrical Engineering, or a related area.* At least one year of relevant research and development experience is required; higher years of experience are required for higher rank positions.**Clearance*** Ability and willingness to obtain DoD security clearance is required.* BS in Electrical Engineering or related field required; MS or PhD preferred.* 7+ years of professional experience in RF/microwave engineering, systems integration, or related defense/aerospace fields.* undefined* undefined* Proven expertise in RF circuit and system design, including amplifiers, filters, antennas, and transceivers.* Experience with RF modeling tools (HFSS, ADS, CST, MATLAB, or similar).* Proficiency in lab test and measurement with spectrum analyzers, VNAs, and signal generators.* Strong written and oral communication skills, with a record of technical reporting and proposal contributions.* Demonstrated success in leading small technical teams or mentoring junior engineers..**Desired Skills/Qualities*** Knowledge of low probability of intercept/detection (LPI/LPD) waveforms and electronic attack/defense systems.* Experience developing RF front ends for radar or communication payloads.* Familiarity with DoD R&D proposal development and contract execution.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES** Lead RF R&D efforts within KRI’s ACED technical area, including design, prototyping, and testing of RF/microwave hardware systems (35%)Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams (hardware, firmware, systems, and software engineers) to deliver integrated solutions (25%)Manage technical scope and deliverables for assigned projects; ensure timely execution and reporting (20%)Contribute to and lead proposal efforts, including technical writing, cost estimation, and schedule planning (10%)Mentor junior engineers and interns; contribute to KRI’s growth in RF research capability (10%)**Position Type**Research**Additional Information**Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.**Compensation Grade/Pay Type:**112S**Expected Hiring Range:**$97,550.00 - $141,443.75*With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.***JOB SUMMARY** The Kostas Research Institute (KRI) at Northeastern University (NU) seeks a Senior RF Engineer to support and lead projects within the Assured Communications and Electromagnetic Dominance (ACED) technical thrust area. This position focuses on the design, simulation, prototyping, and testing of RF and microwave systems for defense, sensing, and communication applications.Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions. The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver.Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment. Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.