RF/Antenna Engineer with Security Clearance

Company: Aerospace Corporation
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: March 28, 2020

Job Description:

Requisition ID: 53545 All Locations: Chantilly, VA (Virginia) A trusted partner. A national resource. A leader in national security space. We are THE Aerospace Corporation. A team that takes pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex technical challenges in existence. With challenges spanning government to commercial, you'll have the unique opportunity to work on projects that are literally evolving our nation's space and launch capabilities. We all share a common passion and aspiration - to serve a mission much bigger than ourselves. When you join our team, you'll be part of a rare collection of thought leaders and game-changing innovators. Are you ready to launch your career? Responsibilities The Aerospace Corporation's Digital Electronics and Electromagnetics Department is seeking an engineer interested in antenna and RF design, simulation, prototyping and testing related work. The department has extensive experience in working on a range of RF and antenna systems. The work includes modeling and simulation work, lab and electronics related work, development of prototype breadboards / brassboards for performance evaluation and testing of antenna and RF systems. The work involves engaging with senior staff to support simulation and hardware efforts. This posting is targeted toward an engineer with a technical foundation in RF and antennas that would enjoy the challenge of modeling a variety of antenna / RF systems, doing hands on prototype development and testing and system level analysis. Key Functions * Simulate antennas and RF systems utilizing tools such as HFSS, GRASP, ADS and Microwave Office. * Write custom analysis tools as needed in languages such as MATLAB or Python. * Design, build and test antenna and RF prototypes for performance characterization. * Assist senior staff in simulation and hands on laboratory work. * Support ongoing laboratory projects with antenna and RF expertise and laboratory experience. * Support studies used to provide oversight, guidance and technical advice on customer projects involving antennas and RF systems. * Work with other engineers as a team member in solving problems. This position can be filled as an Aerospace Member of Technical Staff or Senior Member of Technical Staff Qualifications Required * Degree from an accredited university in electrical engineering or physics or another related technical discipline. * A minimum of 2 years of experience post-bachelor degree (graduate school counts as experience). * Foundational knowledge of antennas and RF systems (academic or work experience) * Experience with any of the above-mentioned antenna/RF simulation tools * Experience working in an electronics laboratory environment. * This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Preferred Advanced degree in the area of electrical engineering or physics. Requirements for Senior Member of Technical Staff Required * Degree from an accredited university in electrical engineering or physics or another related technical discipline. * A minimum of 5 years of experience (post-bachelor degree). * Specific experience working with antenna/RF measurement equipment such as a network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, RF signal generators, antenna test chamber. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Foundational knowledge of antennas and RF systems (academic or work experience). * Experience with any of the above-mentioned antenna/RF simulation tools * Experience working in an electronics laboratory environment. * This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Preferred Advanced degree in the area of electrical engineering or physics. Transcript Requirement Transcripts are required for this position. Additional Requisition Details System Job Title : MEMBER-TECH STF Clearance Requirement: TS/SSBI Access: SCI Polygraph: Counter Intelligence Polygraph Relocation Available: Yes Employment Type: Regular Work Schedule: Full Time Company Statement The Aerospace Corporation has provided independent technical and scientific research, development, and advisory services to national security space programs since 1960. We operate a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) for the United States Air Force and the National Reconnaissance Office, and support all national security space programs. We also apply more than 50 years of experience with space systems to provide critical solutions to technologically complex systems in such areas as communications, shipping, law enforcement, and cyber, among others. From our inception, our highly skilled technical staff has focused on ensuring the success of every mission and developing the most effective and economic space-related hardware and software in the world. Our greatest asset is the technical expertise of our people. Our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities are staffed by some of the leading scientists in the world. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability status. You can also review The Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster and the supplement , as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement . Nearest Major Market: Washington DC Job Segment: Electronics Engineer, Engineer, RF Engineer, Electrical, Security Clearance, Engineering, Government

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