2025 RF Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit Engineer
2025 RF Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit Engineer
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$ 80000 - 120000
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Job Description
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite launch ground and cyber systems for defense civil and commercial customers. When you join our team youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD) we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our countrys space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics sensors radar artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense intelligence community and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD!
We are seeking to hire an early career MMIC design and test engineer to support the Communication Electronics Department with insertion of GaN and RF integrated circuits into the nations sensor and communications space systems. You will test RF microwave and mmwave integrated circuits (MMICs/RFICs) analyze and summarize data perform circuit analysis and design and electromagnetic simulations. This role will have numerous opportunities to grow and develop new skills and areas of expertise including but not limited to: MMIC design hybrid MIC design device modeling passive microwave component design communications systems phased array systems rapid prototyping RF PCB design and analog circuit design.
Work Model:This is a 100 onsite position in El Segundo CA
What Youll Be Doing
Assist in solving technical problems in the areas of RF/microwave circuits (MMIC/RFIC) passive components and packaging
Support developmental experiments and prototypes in our laboratory facilities that include state of the art microwave and mmwave instrumentation equipment and prototyping capabilities
Supporting R&D and customer programs by performing research analysis development and assessments of microwave circuits and systems
Assist in developing test plans learning state of the art measurement techniques (particularly onwafer)
What You Need to be Successful
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline pursuing or conferred within 12 months from an accredited college or university
01year experience or course work inanyof the following microwave specialty areas:
Analog/RF/Microwave circuits and systems
Electromagnetics
Communication Systems Engineering
Handson experience with assembling tuning testing and/or troubleshooting electronics in a laboratory environment
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS//SCI security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain this level of security clearance.
Demonstrated creativity in problemsolving an ability to rapidly grasp new concepts and excellent written/verbal communication skills
Transcripts required.
How You Can Stand Out
Advanced degree
Experience in a laboratory environment working with microwave circuits or components and associated test equipment (network analyzers spectrum analyzers and other relevant equipment)
Experience using any of the following tools/software: Microwave Office ADS Cadence HFSS CST Sonnet AXIEM or similar software
Experience using Python MATLAB or Excel for instrumentation automation and/or data and signals analysis
Strong desire to learn
Active clearance
We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The gradebased pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.
(Min Max)
$80000 $120000Pay Basis: AnnualLeadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:
- Operate Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process our team will provide details of our industryleading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays sick time and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules including telework options
401(k) Plan Employees receive a total companypaid benefit of 8 10 or 12 of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect
We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race age sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression colorreligiongeneticinformation marital status ancestry national origin protected veteran status physical disability medical condition mental disability or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If youre an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegalas well as thePay Transparency Policy Statement.
Employment Type
Full-Time
