RF Engineer

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We are seeking a Mid-Level RF Engineer to support the development and deployment of advanced RF systems for defense applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in the design, implementation, testing, and integration of RF subsystems, including antennas, radios, RF cable assemblies, and related hardware. A solid understanding of electrical and electronic systems is essential, and experience in systems engineering is a strong plus.

This role involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver rugged, mission-ready RF solutions for ground, air, and maritime defense platforms under demanding environmental and performance conditions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop RF subsystems for defense platforms, including antennas, filters, amplifiers, and transceivers.
• Perform RF system-level analysis, including link budgets, path loss, and interference assessments.
• Conduct lab and field-testing using industry-standard RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators, etc.).
• Integrate RF systems with electrical and embedded systems across multiple platforms.
• Support the installation and verification of RF hardware in operational environments (e.g., military vehicles, aircraft, and ships).
• Collaborate with systems engineers to derive requirements and ensure system-level compatibility.
• Generate and maintain detailed technical documentation, including test plans, interface control documents, and installation procedures.
• Provide technical support during prototyping, production, and customer delivery.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD.
• May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a thorough understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
• Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
• Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas; capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and, lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• A Professional Engineering License and original work published in professional engineering journals are desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required.

Salary:$89,110 - $155,680