RF & Microwave Power Amplifier Design Engineer

Job Title: RF and Power Microwave Design Engineer

Location: Rancho Cordova, CA

About Us: We are a leading provider of high-frequency, high-power electronic components for the aerospace and defense industries. We specialize in manufacturing amplifiers and other components for radar systems and satellite communications. Our company provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging, and pharmaceutical research.

Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled RF and Power Microwave Design Engineer to join our team in Rancho Cordova. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing power amplifiers and working with high-frequency, high-power components. This role involves both new product design and updates to existing designs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop RF and microwave power amplifiers.
• Work with digital circuitry, including splitters and combiners, to amplify signals.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to integrate components into larger systems.
• Perform engineering changes and updates to existing designs.
• Ensure designs meet high-frequency, high-power specifications.
• Utilize HFSS software for design and simulation.
• Work closely with manufacturing to address and resolve any production issues.
• Design RF & Microwave assemblies, analog circuits, power supplies, and other components used in high-power, solid-state amplifiers and amplifier systems.
• Develop functional specifications for RF power amplifiers and amplifier systems.
• Perform RF budget (cascade) analysis.
• Lead projects to on-time completion of deliverables.
• Assist in customer proposal development and prepare technical presentations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• 5-15 years of experience in RF and microwave power amplifier design.
• Experience with digital circuitry design, including splitters and combiners.
• Proficiency in HFSS software. Experience with Microwave Office, ADS, or CST is also acceptable.
• Knowledge of GaN (Gallium Nitride) material.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Advanced RF/Analog/Digital lab skills.
• Experience with standard lab equipment such as Vector Signal Analyzers/Generators, Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, and Oscilloscopes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Familiarity with high-frequency, high-power electronic components.
• Previous experience working with defense contractors

Compensation:

• Salary range: Up to $115k-$170k, depending on experience.
• Relocation assistance and potential sign-on bonus available.
• Eligible for discretionary bonus and merit increases based on performance.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Education reimbursement.
• Employee stock purchase plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance