RF Design Engineer III

Company DescriptionJoin SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. Pushing the boundaries of technology on a mission to change the world for the better from space.Job DescriptionSeeking a talented and highly motivated RF Design Engineer that will contribute to the development of electronic radio-frequency systems for space vehicle applications.The RF Engineer 3 will:Design front-end RF signal-chain circuits and assemblies for space vehicle communication and signal analysis systems using filters, amplifiers, mixers, couplers, impedance matching networks, and related componentsDesign stable, low-phase noise oscillators and distribution networksDesign RF digitizer circuits and assemblies using multi-GSPS ADC/DAC componentsCooperate with project teams over the course of RF system development to establish technical requirements, perform system trade studies, conduct design reviews, and track delivery scheduleCollaborate with RF group members and other SEAKR engineers to ensure that all multidisciplinary requirements can be satisfied in the assigned designsCreate engineering documentation according to SEAKR’s workflowSupport PCB layout engineers to ensure circuit boards will meet RF performance requirementsVerify design performance with systematic laboratory measurements of engineering modelsPerform worst case RF circuit analysis following SEAKR proceduresAssist in troubleshooting questionable RF hardware identified during testEffectively balance time spent on multiple concurrent assignmentsProvide training and guidance to less experienced RF engineers at SEAKRCollaborate with RF Engineering Group to improve hardware development processesCreate clear reports and deliver summary presentations to product and project leadershipQualificationsBSEE or equivalent university degreeUnderstanding of RF circuit theory, including transmission line propagation and couplingUnderstanding of oscillator and clock circuit operation and key performance parametersUnderstanding of RF circuit and signal characterization and key performance parameters: Sij, Zij, Return Loss, Insertion Loss, SNR, SINAD, SFDR, ENOB, IMD3, NPR, and Noise FigureUnderstanding of printed circuit board fabrication and automated assembly processesSkills in schematic capture (Siemens Xpedition tools preferred)Skills in RF design and analysis using commercial EDA tools (Cadence/AWR Microwave Office or Keysight ADS preferred)Experience in 3D EM field modeling with CAD tools (Ansys SIwave & HFSS preferred)Experience in RF component and circuit verification measurements using multi-GHz VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Signal Analyzers, Vector Signal Sources, and/or Phase Noise AnalyzersExperience designing front-end RF receiver and transmitter circuitsExperience designing oscillator and distribution circuits with low phase noiseExperience in RF circuit board layout and transmission line designExperience working in collaborative design where success depends on collective effortsExcellent communication skillsExperience in presenting briefings to internal project teamsUnderstanding of sampling and signal processing in digital RF systems is a plusAdditional InformationCompensation: Base salary range is $100,000-130,000/year, depending on qualifications. SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA. SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. US Citizenship RequiredApplications will be accepted until 8/28/26.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Aviation And Aerospace