Lead Analog & RF Designer

Introduction

We are seeking an experienced Lead Analog & RF Designer to support the development of advanced electronic systems for military, aerospace, industrial, medical, and high reliability commercial applications. This role is responsible for leading the architecture, design, analysis, prototyping, and validation of complex analog and RF hardware designs from concept through production. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in analog and RF circuit design with strong project leadership, customer interaction, and mentoring capabilities. This position directly supports the growth and technical development of less experienced engineers while driving successful execution of high-performance hardware programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of analog and RF circuits and subsystems for high-reliability electronic products.
• Architect and design RF front ends, LNAs, mixers, filters, PLLs, oscillators, power amplifiers, high-speed analog signal chains, data converter interfaces, and power management circuits.
• Develop schematics, simulations, PCB layout guidance, and design documentation.
• Perform RF system analysis including gain budgeting, noise analysis, impedance matching, stability analysis, signal integrity, and EMI/EMC mitigation.
• Support multilayer PCB and RF material stack-up selection.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Lead prototype bring-up, debugging, tuning, and validation testing.
• Support environmental, qualification, and compliance testing.
• Interface directly with customers for technical reviews, requirements development, and design trade studies.
• Drive engineering best practices and mentor junior engineers.
• Support transition from prototype to production.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in analog and RF electronic design.
• Strong background in RF circuit design, analog electronics, mixed-signal systems, and high-speed PCB design.
• Experience with RF frequencies ranging from MHz through multi-GHz applications.
• Proficiency with RF simulation and design tools such as ADS, Microwave Office, HFSS, LTspice, Altium Designer or equivalent.
• Experience with laboratory equipment including spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators.
• Strong understanding of PCB materials and controlled impedance design techniques.
• Experience designing for harsh or regulated environments.
• Ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple development activities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with aerospace, defense, or medical electronics development.
• Familiarity with hermetic packaging, LTCC, RF modules, or hybrid electronics.
• Experience with phased arrays, SDRs, radar, communications, or microwave systems.
• Experience with EMI/EMC compliance and mitigation techniques.
• Prior customer-facing technical leadership experience.