RF / Antenna Engineer - (On-site)

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's 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, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
Main-mission - communication satellites, wideband links, command and telemetry, and terrestrial networks, along with their enabling technologies, are the domain of the Communication Technologies and Engineering Division (CTED). CTED comprises all aspects, from architectures to implementation; our engineers work directly with corporate and U.S. Government customers to ensure robust and resilient communications.
We are seeking to hire an RF/Antenna Engineer (Level I or II) to support within the Digital Electronics and Electromagnetics (DEED) Department under CTED.
*This position will 100% on-site in Chantilly, VA.
**This position can either be filled as a Member of Technical Staff or Senior Member of Technical Staff. Level determined will be commensurate with experience.
What You'll Be Doing:

• Developing laboratory prototypes through a process that includes designing, building, and testing hardware systems (antennas, RF systems, and digital systems)
• Analyzing and testing antennas, RF systems, and digital systems
• Learning antenna and RF analysis tools such as HFSS, GRASP, and ADS
• Performing modeling and simulation projects that include a combination of unique design work and independent analysis work to verify contractor designs and approaches
• Conducting prototype testing, including writing test plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), operating test equipment, generating test reports, and supporting troubleshooting
• Supporting efforts that involves end-to-end system prototyping involving antennas, RF, and digital processing
• Utilizing laboratory facilities including our anechoic chamber, RF signals lab, and remote testing vehicle for performance testing, prototype development, and contractor oversight
• Joining the Digital Electronics and Electromagnetics Department as an early-career engineer who works both independently and as a member of project teams.

What You Need to be Successful:
Minimum Requirements - (Member of Technical Staff ):

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline
• Minimum of 2-years of experience supporting in either RF or Antenna design and projects
• Experience working in a laboratory environment working with RF or antenna hardware and testing equipment
• Experience using commercial and/or custom modeling and simulation tools for RF or antenna analysis
• Willing to travel domestically up to 10% of time
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SSBI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain this level of security clearance.

Minimum Requirements - (Senior Member of Technical Staff):

• All of the above requirements for RF/Antenna Engineer - MTS
• Minimum of 5-years of relevant experience in progressively more responsible roles
• Experience working independently and managing individual tasking
• Experience providing deliverables and briefing management and or customers on project progress.

How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited university
• Experience in both RF and antenna analysis and design
• Proficiency with a variety of popular analysis tools such as Matlab, ADS, Microwave Office, HFSS, and GRASP.
• Experience working with experts in the fields of antenna systems, RF systems, SIGINT processing, communication systems and hardware prototyping.
• A background in scientific programming using languages such as C, C++, Fortran, Python, or Julia.

Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading 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 company-paid 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 diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
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