RF Engineer

Description At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Primary Responsibilities Design, troubleshoot, and test defense-grade mixed-signal electronics that implement embedded processors (FPGAs, SoCs, SoMs), ADC/DACs, and power distribution networks in challenging SWaP packages. Design, troubleshoot, and test RF PCBs, modules, and chassis across several high frequency bands (L-band, S-band, C-band, X-band, Ku-band, Ka-band). Collaborate with firmware/software engineers throughout product lifecycle to develop application software and test equipment. Engage with manufacturing teams to employ DFM practices in product design, and resolve technical issues that are discovered during the manufacture and test of deliverable hardware. Integrate products into larger systems by working with system design teams. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related technical field with 0+ years of experience. Experience in the design, test, and manufacture of analog/mixed-signal PCBs or integrated RF/microwave assemblies. Hands‑on laboratory experience with instrumentation and test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and signal generators. Capability to perform in a collaborative engineering environment, working closely with multi‑disciplinary teams. Demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment. Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area. US Citizenship required. Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications Developing exciter, transmitter, receiver and antenna subsystems. Modeling, simulation, design verification testing, and characterization of RF circuits. Radar and communications principles. Experience with industry standard EDA tools (Mentor Graphics Xpedition, PADS, Altium). Knowledge of VPX/VNX, FMC/FMC+, Open System Architectures. MATLAB and/or Python experience simulating radar and communication signal processors. EMI/EMC mitigation and test experience. Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00 Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr