Job#: 3026416 Job Description: Radio Frequency Microwave Design Engineer
Location: Camarillo, California (On-site)
Employment Type: Contract
Clearance: Must be willing to obtain and hold a secret clearance, Active Secret or Top Secret clearance preferred
Role Overview
An opportunity is available for an RF Engineer to support a team developing Electronic Warfare (EW) systems. This position is located on-site and involves working with lead engineers and other contractors. The role will focus on RF hardware design, prototyping, testing, and software integration to support the development of new systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow operational scenarios, architecture framework, and RF performance requirements to develop new system RF designs.
- Review the development of new system requirements in regards to RF performance.
- Assist with RF component requirement specifications as needed.
- Research and recommend appropriate COTS or vendor-developed RF components based on performance requirements and system constraints.
- Review vendor simulations of candidate antenna performance and support the selection of antennas.
- Assist with building an RF spread bench to test and evaluate candidate RF system components.
- Support chamber testing of new systems or prototypes and assist with documenting RF block diagrams.
- Assist with the development and evaluation of a new system's RF switching hardware.
- Generate and maintain RF component Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs) and conduct these procedures.
- Assist with troubleshooting RF system issues and ensuring compliance with military standards.
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience:- A minimum of 2 years of experience with a Bachelor's in Science; 1 year with a Master's degree; or a PhD.
- Experience with RF systems is required.
Skills:- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Active Top Secret clearance.
- Experience with RF component selection, system development, and test equipment.
- Experience mitigating co-site RF interference.
- Experience using mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Knowledge of Electromagnetic Warfare principles.
- Familiarity with aircraft RF safety and relevant military standards.
- Familiarity with Agile Development Methodology and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
- Experience integrating RF systems with military aircraft.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. This employer will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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