Senior RFAntenna Engineer
Fairfax, VA - USA
Job Summary
The Opportunity:
As a Senior RF/Antenna Engineer you will lead the development and analysis of RF system architectures and antenna designs for both large and small-scale systems. Your expertise will drive the design and implementation of advanced systems contributing significantly to the companys innovative projects and future opportunities. Lead the conceptualization design and analysis of RF system architectures and antenna designs including receivers transmitters synthesizers antennas antenna arrays and RF protection circuits etc. Apply your engineering experience and knowledge to provide creative and timely design solutions to projects having complex requirements and aggressive milestones while meeting financial budget goals. Join a dynamic collaborative team where you will have the opportunity to work alongside engineers from a variety of disciplines.
Responsibilities:
Work on multiple fast-paced RF and antenna focused projects and activities.
Lead design teams and actively participate in the design development and measurement of advanced RF systems and antennas.
Guide and mentor junior RF/antenna engineers.
Design model analyze and measure the performance of various types of antennas including reflectors phased arrays and their supporting components.
Design model analyze and measure the performance of wideband receive and transmit RF front-ends.
Contribute to the fabrication and assembly of prototype RF systems and antennas.
Serve as a lead contributor/author for white papers/customer proposals/IRAD proposals.
Serve in a consulting role as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all aspects of RF system and antenna design development and measurement across your team/organization and across multiple organizations within the company.
Work independently to complete individual engineering tasks while seamlessly collaborating with the larger multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE desired) and 15 years of experience in RF/Antenna design.
Strong understanding of antenna theory and RF principles.
Understanding of RF system and antenna design processes.
Experience in designing building and testing prototype RF systems.
Knowledge of RF propagation link budgets range estimates cascade analysis and system sensitivity assessments.
Proficiency in electromagnetic and system simulation software such as HFSS ADS Microwave Office Keysight Genesys (or SystemVue) WASP-NET and GRASP.
Experience in ultrawideband phased array design and measurement.
Experience in advanced reflector antenna design and measurement including simultaneous multiband and phased array feeds.
Experience using scripting languages such as MATLAB and Python to process and analyze predicted and measured RF data.
Hands on experience with network analyzers spectrum analyzers and power meters.
Knowledge of basic electrical circuits such as power supply design.
Highly motivated self-starting ready to go above and beyond.
Desired:
Understanding of spherical near-field ranges including their setup and operations.
Active TS/SCI clearance
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member youll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customers missions and driven by a higher purpose to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together we will advance our nations most critical missions build on our lengthy track record of business success and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including but not limited to geographic location Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates relevant prior work experience specific skills and competencies education and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare wellness financial retirement family support continuing education and time off benefits.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$105100-$231100CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation age national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
CACI employs a diverse range of talent to create an environment that fuels innovation and fosters continuous improvement and success. At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security miss ... View more