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Sierra Nevada Corporation

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Plano

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Bachelor's in RF Engineering, 14+ years of experience, knowledge of RF principles and analysis tools, PCB/layout tools, RF test equipment, and defense industry standards.
  • You will design RF front-ends, model radio propagation, analyze microwave paths and interference, plan frequencies, and conduct circuit design, including analog-to-digital conversion.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in RF Engineering or related Engineering discipline and typically 14 or more years of relevant experience
  • Higher-level degree may substitute for relevant experience
  • Comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices, including various RF modeling, analysis techniques, and tools
  • Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design & development teams
  • Knowledge of industry standard RF principles as they apply to design, analysis, and test
  • Understanding of techniques to perform RF analysis such as Cosite, E3 integration, link budgets, and antenna patterns
  • Experience with analysis software applications such as ANSYS HFSS, ANSYS EMIT, ANSYS SAVANT/SBR+, Keysight GENESIS, Sonnet Professional, AWR Microwave Office, AWR Visual Systems Simulator (VSS), and MATLAB
  • Experience with Schematic capture and PCB layout & viewer tools such as Cadence Allegro, Mentor Graphics Xpedition, PADS Power Logic and Layout, Gerbtool, etc
  • Capable of developing substantiation documentation to demonstrate compliance to related requirements and industry standards to include test plans/reports, analysis documents, and compliance checklists
  • Experience with RF test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers and Signal Generators
  • Experience in designing and verifying to MIL-STD-464 and test procedures of MIL-STD-461
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, US Department of Defense and/or US Military
  • Knowledgeable of industry standard RF assemblies and component selection and developing technical specifications

Responsibilities

  • - RF front-end design
  • - radio propagation modeling and prediction
  • - microwave path analysis
  • - interference analysis and filter design
  • - RF frequency planning
  • - analog-to-digital conversion
  • - circuit design

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Principal RF Engineer position?

A Bachelor's Degree in RF Engineering or a related Engineering discipline is required, along with typically 14 or more years of relevant experience. A higher-level degree may substitute for relevant experience.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Principal RF Engineer?

The primary responsibilities include RF front-end design, radio propagation modeling and prediction, microwave path analysis, interference analysis and filter design, RF frequency planning, analog-to-digital conversion, and circuit design.

What experience is preferred for this role?

Preferred experience includes knowledge of standard RF principles, techniques for RF analysis, familiarity with analysis software applications, experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools, and a background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.

Is a security clearance required for this position?

Yes, this position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is mandatory for eligibility.

What benefits does SNC offer?

SNC offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) plan with a 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks of paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

What kind of projects will a Principal RF Engineer be involved in?

The engineer will be involved in designing and developing complex products and technologies, including state-of-the-art mission payloads, electronic systems, and technologies for orbital and space exploration.

Does SNC promote a diverse work environment?

Yes, SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination, welcoming employees from various backgrounds.

What software tools should candidates be familiar with for this role?

Candidates should have experience with software applications such as ANSYS HFSS, ANSYS EMIT, ANSYS SAVANT/SBR+, Keysight GENESIS, Sonnet Professional, AWR Microwave Office, and MATLAB.

Is experience with RF test equipment required?

Yes, experience with RF test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, and Signal Generators is preferred.

What is the focus of the Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area at SNC?

The MST business area focuses on providing affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection, and security solutions worldwide, supporting various customers including the Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security.

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1963
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

SNC is an innovative and agile aerospace and defense contractor. We design, manufacture, and enhance spacecraft, aircraft, ground vehicles, electronics, hardware and software, and provide services that serve and empower our astronauts, war fighters, and first responders. Honored as a Tier I Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, we consistently rank among America’s fastest growing businesses. We were also selected to represent the commercial space industry by the newly formed National Space Council as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space. Founded in 1963 and headquartered in Reno/Sparks, Nevada (America's #1 Best Small City), SNC is privately owned and operates under the leadership of owners, CEO Fatih Ozmen, and Chairwoman & President Eren Ozmen. Today we have nearly 4,000 employees in 32 locations in 19 U.S. states, England, Germany and Turkey.