RF Engineer

General Summary

This full-time position is in the Systems Development Department and is a highly motivated role that will participate in the design and implementation of electronic and radio-frequency (RF) systems for applications within the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and integrate systems for custom, ground-based RF platforms.
• Manage hardware design and integration in collaboration with electrical, software, mechanical engineers
• Develop and maintain detailed schematics of RF architectures.
• Perform RF benchtop testing using signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzer, oscilloscopes, and power meters.
• Model and simulate analog/digital electronic and RF systems.
• Develop and perform test procedures to validate new RF hardware and control software.
• Run data collections exercises and acceptance testing.
• Analyze and interpret signals and waveforms.
• Process data using statistical tools, fitting algorithms, etc.
• Establish calibration procedures and control systems for maintaining systems over time.
• Design, implement, maintain, and improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems.
• Document each research stage in a clear and concise manner with figures that efficiently communicate the results.
• Interface with engineers and scientists of varying disciplines during the design of new systems.
• Participate in team assemblies to analyze, develop requirements, and make recommendations for moderate to complex systems.
• Perform creative problem solving for experimental systems.
• Prepare specifications for purchase of components and equipment.
• Perform trade studies on components for RF systems.
• Ensure individual responsibilities within projects are completed satisfactorily, on time and within budget.
  
  

Due to the nature of the research and the necessity to obtain security clearance, the Engineering division of Kratos SRE is only permitted to consider and hire U.S. Citizens for this position. Permanent Residents and Visa-holders are not eligible for employment.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain DOD/IC Security Clearance.
• MS Degree in Electrical Engineering / Physics, BS Degree in Electrical Engineering / Physics with 3-5 years experience.
• Willing to travel within the Continental United States (CONUS).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MATLAB.
• Experience with RFOF systems.
• Experience applying RF communications principles and waveforms such as BPSK, QPSK, and FSK.
• Experience working with waveform data in both the frequency and time domains.
• Digital and/or analog electrical hardware design.
• Strong mathematical/analytical problem solving skills.
• Ability to work well with others in a dynamic environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
  

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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