Full Time: Systems Engineering Senior

Atlanta, GAEngineering - Avionics Hardware /Full-time /On-siteHermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. About the Role:As an RF systems engineer you will be responsible for identifying RF hardware requirements, creating system architectures, and building/testing/integrating the RF solutions - both on the aircraft and ground station. You’ll be responsible for high-ownership technical delivery while working with a multi-disciplinary team of engineering, manufacturing, and quality professionals.Develop test concepts and test procedures for RF and Environmental testing, including far field and near field measurements (plus vibration, shock, thermal and thermal vacuum).Define hardware architecture and specifications for the RF system blocks, interfaces, and housing. Design, build and test microwave circuits and assemblies.End-to-end design validation and testing of RF product performance. Lead and conduct troubleshooting or root cause hardware performance challenges.Work with manufacturing and production teams on procuring and integrating quality RF module and antenna subsystems into our aircraft.Perform data analysis of RF systems, generate documentation/slides and present results to team.RequirementsBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.4+ years of professional experience designing and testing electrical, antenna and/or RF hardware and systems.Understanding of digital modulation such as QAM, BPSK, QPSK, and SOQPSK or similar.Experience working with VNA, spectrum analyzers, RF power meters, and other relevant RF test equipment.Experience with test equipment automation and scriptingStrong hands-on skills including prototyping/soldering and the use of a full range of instrumentation including multimeters, oscilloscopes, current meters, etcSupport ongoing regulatory filling including FCC, FAA, and AFTRCC.EMI/EMC testing per MIL-STD-461.Experience in a startup or agile development environment.Experience with Python or other scripting languages to aid automation, data analysis, etcAbility to travel on short notice to support test campaigns $138,550 - $187,450 a yearThe salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!100% employer-paid health care401k & Retirement PlansUnlimited PTOWeekly Paid Office LunchesEnd of Year BonusesFully stocked breakroomsStock Options Paid Parental LeaveThe salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.Benefits:Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insuranceFinancial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonusesTime Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employeesOffice Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakroomsU.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.#LI-JC3We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.