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Early Career RF/Microwave Engineer
BAE Systems
🇺🇸 United States
On-site
Entry level
2 months ago
86,580 – 147,186
- CAD
- Technical Writing
- Secret Clearance
- Pension
2 months ago
Job Description
Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. We’re innovating for the future. And you can, too.Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM.”
Given our continued growth, we have immediate roles available for a highly motivated RF/Microwave Engineer to join our Continued Engineering Support (CES) Team. The CES team is responsible for programs that are transitioning to production, programs that are in production, and sustainment programs. In this role, you will have a chance to grow your skills supporting the continued production and sustainment of various complex analog and digital modules, submodules, and circuit card assemblies. You will have the opportunity to work closely with cutting-edge hardware fielded on the most advanced Military Platforms.
Sound like a team you want to be a part of? An exciting future at BAE Systems awaits and it starts with Year One— a unique experience to jumpstart your engineering career.
BAE Systems, Electronic Systems, and the C4ISR Electronic team are seeking a talented and motivated RF Engineer with zero-to-two-year experience, to work in the design, development and test of complex RF Systems.
- This person should have a strong college classwork background in Electrical Engineering and good understanding of RF principles and concepts.
- An understanding of the design process, including requirements, circuit design, schematic capture, circuit layout and simulation using proven industry CAD tools is a plus.
- Support tasks such as familiarity with parts procurement, component assembly, fabrication processes and circuit test using standard lab equipment are preferred.
- The candidate shall be able to perform well within a team environment and possess good written and communication skills.
Activities day to day will vary and may include:
- Assessing design updates to existing microwave designs
- Conducting analyses to assess performance impacts
- Technical management of microwave subcontractors to design and develop microwave subassemblies
- Mentoring other engineers and technicians
- Working with hardware suppliers
- Supporting product yield and affordability improvements
- Supporting the debug of complex circuits
- Supporting the transition to production of new products
- Working in partnership with a cross functional team to ensure on time deliveries of quality products to support the War Fighter.
On top of numerous diverse and challenging career opportunities, BAE offers flexible schedules (including every other Friday off), competitive compensation, and an excellent benefit package that includes tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees.
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.
If you are looking to be immersed in a myriad of new technical challenges, this role is for you! Take the first step towards achieving your career goals with us and apply today!
Required Skills and Education
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of Experience working on RF/Microwave designs; or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with 0+ years of Experience
- RF path cascade analysis, experience with non-linear analysis is preferred
- Working knowledge of active and passive RF/Microwave component designs
- Experience testing and troubleshooting RF frequency converters including an understanding of all submodules such as low-noise amplifiers, pre-selectors, filter banks, mixers, Phased-locked-loops (PLLs), and Local Oscillators (LOs)
- Experience generating and reviewing the technical content of test procedures, drawings, engineering specifications, reports, Engineering Change Orders, and other documentation
- Experience with microwave testing using Vector Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Synthesizers, Power Meters, etc.
- Motivated self-starter with leadership skills and ability to effectively work in a team environment
- Excellent problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability.
- Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner and lead others to closure - Own the Design
- Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
- Active or previously held Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED
Preferred Skills and Education
- Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with 0+ years of Experience
- Ability to contribute to a RF/Microwave design team including scheduling, budgeting, participating in design reviews, supporting build, design qualification and system integration.
- Experience generating and implementing improvements in product and test design and methodologies to reduce cost, increase yield, and improve throughput
- Experience interfacing with Engineering, Operations, Quality and other supporting functions to drive defect resolution to root cause
- Experience presenting technical information to program teams and/or customers
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Experience in RF/Microwave subsystem, module and circuit design and development
- Experience gathering and analyzing test data to assess trends and develop yield improvement plans
- Experience in design and analysis of microwave systems and circuits using Agilent Advanced Design Suite (ADS)
- Active Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Benefits Information
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
- Sector: Electronic Systems
- Job Category: Engineering & Technology
- Salary Min Point: 86580
- Salary Max Point: 147186
- Referral Bonus: 1000
- Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
- Career Level: Entry level
- Travel Percentage:<10%
- Shift: 1st Shift
- U.S. Person Required: Yes
- Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position: Secret
- Clearance Level – Must currently possess: None
- Country: United States
- U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
Early Career RF/Microwave Engineer · BAE Systems