Senior RF Engineer
Senior RF Engineer
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USD 170000 - 190000
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GROW WITH US ANDSTAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflightone of San Diegos fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering compact and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small agile and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. Were not just reaching for the starswere engineering them. Lets innovate the infinite together.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As a Senior RF Engineer you will be responsible for designing advanced satellite wireless communication systems from concept to delivery. You will work across a variety of frequency bandsprimarily L/S/X/Ka but extending to UHF and VHFdelivering solutions that meet demanding aerospace and defense requirements. This role blends deep technical expertise with leadership as you will serve as both an individual contributor and a mentor to junior and mid-level RF engineers. Your work will span initial system architecture detailed design prototype validation and final product delivery ensuring high performance in complex communication environments.
WHAT YOULL DO:
- Lead the Design Process: Define RF hardware architecture perform link budgets noise-figure cascade analysis and create detailed design specifications for satellite communication systems.
- Develop and Validate Prototypes: Simulate model build and test RF hardware using industry-standard tools and laboratory equipment ensuring designs meet performance environmental and reliability requirements.
- Mentor and Guide Engineers: Coach junior and mid-level engineers on RF design principles simulation tools and troubleshooting techniques fostering a culture of technical excellence.
- Troubleshoot Complex Issues: Lead root-cause investigations for hardware performance challenges implementing design changes or corrective actions to resolve issues.
- Interface with Cross-Functional Teams: Collaborate with systems software and mechanical engineers to ensure seamless integration and optimal system performance.
- Manage the Design Documentation Process: Produce and maintain thorough design documentationincluding simulations test data and tolerance analysesper established guidelines.
- Specify and Characterize Components: Identify procure and evaluate specialized RF components to meet stringent system-level requirements.
- Support Production and Continuous Improvement: Work with manufacturing teams to improve yields resolve production challenges and enhance product reliability.
- Represent Technical Excellence: Participate in and lead design reviews presenting technical approaches and findings to internal teams and customers.
- RF System Expertise: Deep knowledge across VHF UHF L- S- X- and Ka-band systems with proven experience designing and validating RF front-ends amplifiers filters mixers and oscillators.
- Hands-On Design & Testing: Skilled in using industry-leading RF simulation tools (e.g. ANSYS HFSS) and measurement equipment such as vector network analyzers spectrum analyzers and power meters.
- Technical Leadership: Adept at mentoring engineers leading design reviews and driving resolution of complex hardware issues from prototype through production.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Comfortable working closely with systems software and mechanical engineering teams to deliver integrated high-performance products.
WHAT YOULL NEED:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering RF Engineering or a related field.
- 10 years of hands-on RF/analog hardware design experience preferably in aerospace defense or satellite communications.
- Expertise across multiple RF bands (VHF UHF L- S- X- Ka-).
- Proven skills designing and characterizing RF front-end components and subsystems.
- Proficiency with RF simulation/modeling tools and advanced test/measurement equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for complex RF hardware challenges.
- Experience creating detailed design documentation and hardware specifications.
- Ability to mentor engineers and lead technical teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The starting base salary for this position ranges from $170000 to $190000 per year depending on the candidates job-related knowledge skills and addition to a competitive base salary Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:
- 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
- Comprehensive medical dental vision HSA & life insurance
- 10 paid holidays 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
- Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness accident disability legal and pet insurance.
WHY YOULL LOVE WORKING HERE:
- Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday offwhether you use it to recharge work on a passion project or spend time with family the choice is yours.
- Continuous Learning & Development: Were serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal Ask Me Anything sessions and weekly Lunch & Learns we make learning a core part of the job.
- Mission-Driven Culture: We arent just building techwere enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion positivity recognition and transparency. Here your voice is heard your work is respected and your individuality is celebrated.
BE YOU WITH US:
At Innoflight we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms and you dont need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you we encourage you to applyeven if you dont check every box.
YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search education certification and employment verification prior to must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies recruiters or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.
To California residents applying for this job please read Innoflights CCPA Notice:
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Senior IC
Employment Type
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