Staff/Senior RF Engineer

Job Description

BAE Systems designs, manufactures, delivers and integrates radar and electro-optical systems and sub-systems for domestic test ranges, aviation test centers and launch facilities around the world.

Job Summary:

Serves as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for hardware architecture used in test instrumentation systems to include radar, telemetry, electro-optical and flight termination systems.

Verifies complex designs to ensure conformance with specifications and customer requirements.

Develops hardware/software requirements, cost estimates and proposals. Evaluates operational systems and recommends design modifications to improve function, add capability or enhance performance.

Lead business growth by successful technical execution, innovation and customer engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare or review technical documentation including proposals, whitepapers, reports and other types of documentation.
• Subject matter expert on magnetron tube-based transmitters and modulators.
• Perform radar system analyses including system sensitivity, angle accuracy, range accuracy and others.
• Work with internal and external customers to resolve technical issues.
• Prepare technical briefs and presentations for internal leadership and test range customers.
• Provide technical guidance to senior leadership, program management and engineers.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Requires a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field and a minimum of 10 years of job-related experience or a Masters Degree in degree Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field and 8 years of experience
• Active Secret clearance required
• Ability to travel is required
• Understanding of radar systems architecture
• Thorough understanding of magnetron tube-based transmitters and modulators
• Proven track record of working with customers to resolve technical issues
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team setting

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Background in ground radar system operation, design and development.
• Familiarity with range instrumentation radar or similar systems.
• Experience with research and development projects.
• Familiarity with U.S and/or international test range operations (general).

Salary Min $120,000 - Max $204,000

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Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $120000 - $204000

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

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.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.