The Directed Energy Research Center (DERC) is seeking a highly motivated Lead HW/RF Engineer to join the company and contribute to the development and implementation of a spaceborne SAR payload. This role involves oversight of the electronics/RF architecture and design, guiding the selection of components, elements, and interfaces to meet space system requirements. The Lead HW/RF Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams (including system, software, mechanical, validation, and AIT) to ensure performance objectives are met from concept through testing to in-orbit operation. This position also requires managing and mentoring a team of junior engineers.
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Job Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and test necessary elements within the HW/RF chain for Phased Array Antennas, including Transmit-Receive Modules, RF distribution networks, USOs, and Antenna Radiators.
- Simulate and verify circuit designs to optimize HW instrument performance.
- Ensure cohesive payload development and alignment with requirements.
- Formulate and implement a verification plan for HW/RF instrument requirements.
- Maintain the instrument RF budget and interpret electronic schematics, circuit diagrams, and technical drawings.
- Guide the digital electronics team to ensure alignment with interfaces and budgets.
- Contribute to risk assessments, design reviews, and anomaly investigations.
- Report regularly to the division director and relevant stakeholders.
- Provide training and mentorship to a team of young engineers in the relevant technical domain.
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical/electronic/RF engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum of 10 years of practical experience in HW/RF technology for space applications.
- Skills in signal processing and specific HW units, such as ASICs, FPGAs, PCB design, modulations, and data compression.
- Familiarity with CST, ALTIUM, SPICE, or CADENCE software tools.
- Understanding of space qualification processes and environmental testing.
- Proficient in English, both written and spoken.
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