RF Antenna Engineer

Job Title: RF Antenna EngineerJob Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NoneEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: NoneType of Travel: None* * *The Opportunity:At our CACI Fairfax Virginia facility you will be involved in all stages of design and development of high-performance state-of-the-art antennas. We develop unique solutions to address our nation’s most challenging technical requirements that cannot be met by commercially available antennas. Our capabilities include industry standard software tools for RF analysis and antenna design such as ADS, WASP-NET, HFSS, and GRASP, prototyping and fabrication facility, and our own state of the art Spherical Near Field Range.Responsibilities:As a hands-on Antenna Engineer, you will design antennas structures for 100MHz-40GHz RF range, including but not limited to:Electronically Steered ArraysSpecialized broadband antennas Reflector feedsShaped reflector systems to meet unique mission requirementsYou will help define the RF requirements and architecture to meet mission requirements for new systems:Perform analysis of alternative designs and develop the overall RF architecture. You must have a strong understanding of, and passion for, antennas and RF technology. Mentor team members and supervise design and development to provide new technical solutions that can be deployed to fielded systems to support the warfighter. Qualifications:Required:Minimum 2 years of antenna design experience and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with focus in Electromagnetics and Antennas or minimum of 1 year of experience with a Master's Degree.In depth understanding of RF system design processes and trades.Knowledge of RF propagation, antenna structures, and their electromagnetic behavior.Experienced in using tools such as HFSS and MATLABExperience in designing, building, and testing prototype RF systems and antennasHands on experience with Vector Network Analyzers and Spectrum Analyzers.Must be eager to learn and develop additional technical skills. Desired:Active TS/SCI clearanceExperience in the analysis, design, and testing of phased arrays and reflector systems.Experience in antenna performance characterization using indoor test ranges. -What You Can Expect:A culture of integrity.At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.An environment of trust.CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.A focus on continuous growth.Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.The proposed salary range for this position is: $72,700 - $149,200CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.Department:Electrical Engineering