Lead Systems and RF System Engineer
The Lead Systems and RF System Engineer at STR's Sensors Division in Melbourne, Florida, will lead small, multi-disciplinary teams to design, develop, integrate, and test novel sensing and counter-sensing systems for radar, electronic warfare, and signal processing applications. This role offers significant opportunities for career growth within a fast-paced and rapidly expanding company.
Key responsibilities include leading the design of RF hardware systems, guiding team members in creating drawings, selecting components, and writing specifications for various RF components. The engineer will also lead the integration and testing of complete RF systems, including antennas, feeds, waveguides, positioners, processing hardware, and software for system control, waveform processing, calibration, health and status functions, and user interfaces. Collaboration with mechanical engineers, software and firmware developers, system engineers, and test engineers is essential to troubleshoot, identify, and resolve issues. Additionally, the role involves conducting performance trade studies, developing test plans, and leading testing to verify system compliance with requirements and demonstrate system performance.
The ideal candidate will have a BS in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline, with over 10 years of experience working with RF components and subsystems. Experience should include developing requirements and verification plans for complex systems, RF system analysis, and testing from component to system level. Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python is required, along with strong mathematical, troubleshooting, written, and verbal communication skills. The ability to obtain a security clearance is necessary.
While not mandatory, an active Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance is preferred. Candidates local to Woburn, MA, are also encouraged to apply. An advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline is advantageous. Experience with RF systems engineering in sensing and electronic warfare applications, EM Field Solvers, and RF Integrated Circuits is beneficial. Knowledge of RF Transceiver building blocks and high-power RF design and testing is also desirable.
STR is a U.S. technology company founded in 2010 that develops and applies technology to national security problems, delivering cybersecurity, distributed sensing, and AI solutions for defense, intelligence, and homeland security customers. The company employs approximately 800 people across five offices nationwide. STR operates on a hybrid work model and emphasizes sustained technical innovation, drawing engineers and researchers who want to apply cutting-edge technology to problems with direct national security relevance. (str.us)
Joining STR offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects that contribute to national security, collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals, and engage in continuous learning and development within a dynamic and innovative environment.