Sr. RF Design Engineer

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. RF Design Engineer at our Chandler, AZ location.About Crane:Crane Aerospace & Electronics provides high-performance systems and components to the aerospace and defense sectors, powering a diverse range of applications from satellites and missiles to UAVs and next-generation aircraft. Our Crane Microwave division is renowned for its expertise in RF and microwave technologies, supporting critical missions with integrated microwave assemblies, GPS subsystems, and space-qualified components that are trusted by leading defense and aerospace original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).Overview:We’re looking for an experienced Sr. RF Design Engineer to architect and develop cutting-edge RF, Microwave, and Millimeter-Wave integrated solutions (IMAs) for mission-critical defense and space systems. This is a hands-on engineering role with responsibility across proposal, design, prototyping, testing and production release—ideal for an engineer who enjoys technical depth and cross-functional collaboration.What You'll Do:Architect and design end-to-end RF and mixed-signal systems (VHF to >40 GHz), including up/down converters, synthesizers, PLLs, mixers, filters, A/D converters and Digital architecturesModel and simulate RF system performance using advanced analytical toolsSupport system integration, testing, and validation of high-reliability hardware for spaceflight and defense applicationsTranslate customer specifications into hardware architecture, design documentation, and product releasesWhat You Bring:8-10+ years of experience in RF/microwave/mmWave design; strong grasp of RF systems architecture and circuit designFamiliarity with tools like ADS, AWR, HFSS, MATLAB, and Mechanical modeling applicationsExperience with hardware design from concept through production deliveryBS in Electrical Engineering required; MS or PhD preferredEligibility Requirement: This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.Top Benefits:As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the monthTime Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company matchEducation Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.Join us as an RF Design Engineer Lead and bring your RF expertise to programs that matter—to defense, space, and the future of secure communications.You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.#LI-DA1 #CAEThis description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.SummaryLocation: Chandler, ArizonaType: Full time