Lead Senior RF Electrical Engineer. Job in Hastings-on-Hudson Allied-IT Jobs

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Lead Senior RF Electrical Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in the design and optimization of cutting-edge RF systems for radar and communication applications. We are looking for an individual with robust systems engineering experience to manage and enhance system performance by deriving comprehensive RF system budgets and evaluating critical performance parameters including phase noise, CPCR (Clutter Power to Carrier Ratio), CA (Coherent Ambiguity), among others. Your expertise will ensure our systems not only meet but exceed mission requirements.

As a part of our team, you will leverage your deep knowledge in antenna systems, element/mutual coupling, and free-space radiation performance. You will be expected to troubleshoot, evaluate, and optimize existing antenna designs swiftly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaboratively derive and document RF system requirements alongside multiple technical disciplines.
• Innovate and develop RF subsystem and system architectures to enhance functionality.
• Simulate, model, design, select, and characterize various components.
• Design and implement RF circuit cards and subsystems for applications in radar and other sensor systems.
• Engage in cross-functional technical design reviews to ensure project alignment.
• Support and participate in integration and testing activities in various project phases.
• Contribute to project planning and execution while overseeing critical tasks.
• Mentor junior staff, supporting their growth and development in the field.

Compensation Range: $115,700 - $150,500

At Saab, we take into account various factors such as role responsibilities, geographical considerations, market trends, and individual qualifications when making job offers.

Skills and Experience

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD preferred.
• Over 10 years of experience in RF system design.
• Proven ability to derive and validate comprehensive system-level RF budgets.
• Proficiency in software simulation platforms like Ansys HFSS, Genesys, CST, MATLAB, or Python.
• Interest and experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Antennas and Phased Arrays.
• Receivers.
• Exciters.
• Simulation.
• Anechoic Chamber Measurements.
• Schematic Capture.
• Strong capability with RF measurement equipment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to articulate complex concepts and actively engage with stakeholders.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and retain a security clearance.

Citizenship Requirements

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and is subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces

As a federal government contractor, Saab is committed to sustaining a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment.

Benefits

Join Saab and enjoy a rewarding work environment that promotes career growth, competitive salaries, work-life balance, and a supportive business casual atmosphere. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage for employees and their dependents.
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Tuition and student loan assistance programs.
• Wellness and employee assistance resources.
• Opportunities for employee stock purchases.
• Disability coverage options, both short-term and long-term.

About Us

Saab is a leading company in defense and security with a mission to ensure safety for nations and societies. With a workforce of 19,000 skilled professionals, we continually advance technology for a safer, more sustainable, and equitable world. In the U.S., Saab supplies advanced tech and systems to support the U.S. Armed Forces and various partners, operating from our headquarters in Syracuse, New York, with multiple locations across the country.

At Saab, we value diversity as a vital asset and present substantial opportunities for career advancement. We prioritize the balance between work and life, recognizing the unique needs of each employee. Saab is proud to be an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and we actively promote equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or disability status.