RF (Radio Frequency) Engineer

We are looking for an RF Engineer to join our global engineering and manufacturing team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to design, build, test, debug, and optimize low noise amplifiers, RF switches, and other RF circuits for antenna products in airborne, ground vehicle, submersible, and space vehicle applications. Our quick-turn development environment provides great variety in day-to-day activities and participation in “cradle-to-grave” product development. 

• →Understanding of RF fundamentals and electronics theory
• →Ability to read and understand electrical circuits and schematics
• →Hands-on experience with electronics assembly, soldering, and PCB rework; precise soldering skills are strongly preferred.
• →Experience in testing analog and RF circuits using network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other electronic test equipment
• →Basic understanding of RF measurements such as gain, return loss, insertion loss, VSWR, and S-parameters.
• →Familiarity with PCB layout and routing concepts, including, grounding, trace routing, and basic controlled-impedance considerations.
• →Familiarity with basic RF simulation and analysis concepts, with exposure to RF simulation tools such as Keysight ADS, Ansys HFSS, CST, or equivalent software
• →High School diploma and completed 2 or 4 year post-secondary technical education in electrical engineering or equivalent
• →Ability to occasionally climb stairs and ladders for rooftop testing
• →Ability to occasionally carry test equipment weighing up to 25 pounds for distances of up to 25 feet
• →Applicants for select positions that require access to information controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”) must be US Persons per ITAR §120.15 and EAR §772.1 (i.e., a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or admitted to the U.S. as an asylee or refugee), or be otherwise eligible to obtain required authorization from the U.S. Government to access controlled information

• Self-starter, able to work independently under a mentor and eager to learn
• Analytical thinker with strong attention to detail
• Goal oriented, strong work ethic and a team player with good interpersonal/communication skills
• Ability to adapt to organizational needs and willingness to take on new roles as required

• Familiarity with ISO9001:2008 and other quality and workmanship standards
• Experience working with soldering and tools
• High-level understanding of antenna theory and mechanical design considerations
• Experience assembling, processing and repairing a wide range of equipment or products
• Familiarity with PCB layout tools (Altium Designer or similar)
• Experience with RF simulation tools (HFSS, ADS, or similar)
• Experience working in the aerospace or defense industries
• Knowledge of defense/aerospace environmental requirements and standards such as MIL-STD-810 and DO-160 

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications for this role? Let us decide! At Hexagon, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you’re excited about the opportunities this role could bring, we encourage you to apply. If you have any questions about the role or our company or for applicants who require an accommodation in the application process, please email our team at hrrecruitingteam.ap@hexagon.com and we will be pleased to follow up with you. Please do not send cover letters or resumes to this address.

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