Principal RF Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We’re seeking a Principal RF Design Engineer with deep expertise in RF/microwave receiver design up to 18 GHz who can lead complex design projects and mentor a team of talented engineers.We’re partnering with a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer developing next-generation RF and microwave solutions for SIGINT, EW, and radar applications. This team designs and delivers high-performance, mission-critical receiver and frequency conversion systems that set the standard for reliability and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of advanced RF/microwave receivers and frequency converters.

• Contribute as both an individual designer and technical leader.

• Perform top-level requirements analysis, system architecture, and functional allocations.

• Support business development efforts through white papers and technical proposals.

• Present design concepts and technical updates to customers during design reviews.

• Mentor junior engineers and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in RF/microwave circuit design for receivers or frequency converters to 18 GHz or higher .

• Expertise with SMT-based PCB RF/MW circuit design, frequency planning, spur analysis, and PLL integration.

• Experience in super-het receiver design , wideband , high dynamic range , and/or mmWave systems.

• Familiarity with tools such as Keysight Genesys, OrCAD, MATLAB, and PSPICE.

• Strong technical leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance.