Rf Engineer Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

• Simulate/model RF hardware for communication systems and sensors/instruments.
• Develop test concepts and test procedures for RF and Environmental testing, including far field and near field measurements (plus vibration, shock, thermal and thermal vacuum).
• Define hardware architecture and specifications for the RF system blocks, interfaces, and housing. Design, build and test microwave circuits and assemblies.
• End-to-end design validation and testing of RF product performance. Lead and conduct troubleshooting or root cause hardware performance challenges.
• Work with manufacturing and production teams on procuring and integrating quality RF module and antenna subsystems into our aircraft.
• Perform data analysis of RF systems, generate documentation/slides and present results to team.

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• 4+ years of professional experience designing and testing electrical, antenna and/or RF hardware and systems.
• Experience with RF/Antenna Systems in L/S/C/Ku and Ka-Band frequencies.

• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem diagnostic skills
• Understanding of electromagnetic propagation, impedance matching, Smith Chart, VSWR, P1dB, IIP3, NF, and etc.
• Understanding of digital modulation such as QAM, BPSK, QPSK, and SOQPSK or similar.
• Experience working with VNA, spectrum analyzers, RF power meters, and other relevant RF test equipment.
• Experience with test equipment automation and scripting
• Strong hands-on skills including prototyping/soldering and the use of a full range of instrumentation including multimeters, oscilloscopes, current meters, etc
• Support ongoing regulatory filling including FCC, FAA, and AFTRCC.
• Previous Experience on Integration and Test of an RF Systems (of any kind) with Radio as an integral part of RF Systems.
• Master's degree with emphasis in Antenna, Electromagnetic theory and/or microwave circuits.
• Experience using in HFSS (or similar antenna simulation tools).
• Familiarity with Antenna design, including types and tradeoffs.
• EMI/EMC testing per MIL-STD-461.
• Prior experience working on an airborne vehicle.
• Experience in a startup or agile development environment.
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages to aid automation, data analysis, etc
• Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns

$138,550 - $187,450 a year

The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.

Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!

• 100% employer-paid health care
• 401k & Retirement Plans
• Unlimited PTO
• Weekly Paid Office Lunches
• End of Year Bonuses
• Fully stocked breakrooms
• Stock Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance
• Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses
• Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees
• Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.