RF Design Engineer

• Job Overview: This job supports researchers and engineers in prototyping HF and VHF RF systems to validate composite antennas. The job requires a technician to source and assemble high-power RF test systems to debug and validate unconventional antenna designs. This job involves debugging, characterizing, repairing, and remanufacturing HF-to-VHF RF power systems. This position requires operating and using all types of RF test equipment, including the ability to tune VHF systems across different frequencies and power levels, from strip lines to low-frequency circuits. A candidate must be able to use and prototype all types of electronic test equipment, from meters to spectrum analyzers and HF/VHF power amplifiers. Proficiency in soldering and other types of circuit rework will be required. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who will collaborate with engineers and researchers to establish RF test systems and explore innovative methods for measuring RF radiation from antenna ends. Having an advanced ARRL license is a plus for this position. Understanding the vector equations of electromagnetics is required, and familiarity with electromagnetic gauges and their validity is a plus. Strong antenna troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve radiation issues are required.
• Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with engineers and researchers to understand their specific test system requirements.
• Develop and implement HF and VHF power systems and their antennas.
• Source HF and VHF equipment and test equipment for characterizing composite antennas.
• Familiarity with setting up, operating, and maintaining RF antenna systems is essential.
• RF Antenna Technician
• Screen and characterize different non-conventional composite antennas to determine the internal and external parameters.
• Coordinate with engineers and researchers to develop testing scenarios.
• Built and maintained test systems with limited documentation. Then, create missing documents from established test systems.
• To design and build an RF test system from an operating specification.
• Experience designing and debugging thermal emission devices and circuits is a plus for this job.
• Providing regular reports on the status of multiple projects is required.
• Qualifications: A technical degree or equivalent experience in troubleshooting HF and VHF RF systems is required.
• Extensive experience configuring and assembling HF and VHF communication systems is required, including expertise in installing ARRL Ham communication systems.
• Software skills and the ability to program test equipment software interface applications are necessary for different types of test equipment.
• Experience with LabVIEW, NI-DAQ, LabWindows, and NI Instrument Studio is a plus.
• Knowledge of modern electronic circuits and experience designing, building, and troubleshooting electronic circuits and equipment from the pre-1960s is desirable. Older engineers with experience working with pre-1960s equipment are also desired.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the capacity to manage multiple recruitment projects simultaneously.
• Experience with instrument software, DAQ software, Java, or C is desired.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Knowledge of electronic component design specifications and operation is necessary.
• Understanding of systems integration across RF and baseband frequencies
• Extensive RF systems and communications knowledge across open-air, closed-loop, and lab-level environments

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Work Environment: This role is primarily office-based and involves work in an electronics lab. Our company is a startup with flexible schedules and varied roles. It is rapidly growing and offers the potential for rapid advancement for the right individual. Physical Requirements: The job may involve extended periods of sitting or standing, as well as extensive use of computers, test equipment, and phones, with occasional travel. Some heavy lifting and physical work would be required at the start, and then it would taper off. Job Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage· Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan· Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)· Paid Time-Off (PTO)Holidays. Field Propulsion Technologies is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Veterans, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions.