The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks an Antenna RF Engineer - Associate, Experienced or Senior level to join our team in El Segundo, California . As an Antenna RF Engineer ...
The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks an Antenna RF Engineer - Associate, Experienced or Senior level to join our team in El Segundo, California . As an Antenna RF Engineer ...
The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks an Antenna RF Engineer - Associate, Experienced or Senior level to join our team in El Segundo, California . As an Antenna RF Engineer ...
The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks an Antenna RF Engineer - Associate, Experienced or Senior level to join our team in El Segundo, California . As an Antenna RF Engineer ...
The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks an Antenna RF Engineer - Associate, Experienced or Senior level to join our team in El Segundo, California . As an Antenna RF Engineer ...
The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks an Antenna RF Engineer - Associate, Experienced or Senior level to join our team in El Segundo, California . As an Antenna RF Engineer ...
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Associate Rf Engineer information
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| Aspect | Associate Rf Engineer | RF Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifications | Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; some certifications | Bachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering; often more experience |
| Work Environment | Entry-level, team-based projects, testing, and troubleshooting | More independent, involved in design, optimization, and deployment |
| Responsibilities | Assisting in RF testing, data collection, and basic troubleshooting | Designing RF systems, performance analysis, and advanced troubleshooting |
The main difference between an Associate Rf Engineer and an RF Engineer lies in experience and responsibility level. Associate Rf Engineers typically handle entry-level tasks such as testing and data collection, while RF Engineers are more involved in system design and optimization. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds, but RF Engineers usually have more industry experience and take on more complex projects.
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Full-time
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Posted 11 days ago
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Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks an Antenna RF Engineer - Associate, Experienced or Senior level to join our team in El Segundo, California. As an Antenna RF Engineer you will design, develop, and deliver state-of-the-art communication systems for space-based applications for commercial, civil and/or national security programs. You will work with a highly motivated team that works with domestic or international customers on their latest satellite systems.
Be a part of an RF engineering team that works on the design, development, qualification, and delivery of antenna microwave hardware. In this role you will work with a large cross-functional team, including customers, suppliers, hardware and software engineers, integration and test engineers, and senior technologists to ensure that delivered products meet the mission objectives. You will perform RF analyses and simulations for antenna and passive microwave devices, work with systems engineers to verify subsystem and unit requirements, and support manufacturing integration and test to validate hardware performance. You will become the focal point for your area of responsibility!
Project assignments typically span the complete program life cycle: from system architecture, internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite development, launch, and on-orbit operations and test. This is a 1st shift position.
In this position a successful Antenna RF Engineer will:
Research, design, develop, integrate, and review antenna and passive microwave designs, working with multiple engineering functions to meet system performance requirements.
Develop and validate electromagnetic requirements for various antenna/payload systems - electrical/electronic systems, communication, sensor, electronic warfare, and other electromagnetic systems and components including mechanical systems and structures.
Perform trade studies, modeling, simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component, interconnects, and system performance and to optimize design around established requirements.
Define and conduct tests to validate performance of antenna/RF designs to requirements. Use analytical tools to verify the design. Specify requirements for hardware, software, models, instruments and support equipment as required to meet test objectives.
Develop complex test plans to identify test approach, resources, schedules and cost estimates that meet applicable requirements, standards and regulations.
Manage appropriate aspects of supplier and partner performance to ensure compliance to requirements.
Provide support to products throughout their lifecycle by developing root-cause analysis of anomalies and other engineering support as requested.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
This position requires a U.S. Security Clearance, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Ability to Obtain U.S. Top Secret/SCI - Final Post-Start
BasicQualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field.
Level 2: Typically, 2 years or more of work related experience
Antenna/payload RF (radio frequency) experience
Education/training or work experience with Antenna/payload design and characteristics
Experience with HFSS, CST, GRASP, MATLAB, Python, and/or Labview
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Master's degree preferred.
Level 3: Typically, 5 years or more of work related experience
Level 4: Typically, 9 years or more of work related experience
Experience in the design or development of payload and/or phased array antennas
Hands-on hardware (lab environment) experience, with preference to Antenna hardware design and test experience and knowledge of test equipment (VNA/PNA/Spectrum Analyzer/Oscilloscope/etc)
Experience in phased array antenna production and verification
Experience in antenna analysis tool development and/or machine learning tool development
Knowledge of good manufacturing practices, DFMAT, and design and process FMEAs.
Experience working with suppliers on custom part procurement
Knowledge of hardware manufacturing techniques including but not limited to additive manufacturing, wire and sinker EDM, electroplating and electroforming.
Track record of success working in teams
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Pay and Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Level 2 Summary pay range: $ 98,600 - $ 133,400
Level 3 Summary pay range: $ 119,850 - $ 162,150
Level 4 Summary pay range: $146,200 - $197,800
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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