RF Engineer Principal - 2599/2000 Opportunity at RGNext

Principle RF Engineer - 2599 / 2000

November 1, 2022 - Ready to launch your career? RGNext (Range Generation Next) operates, maintains, and sustains mission-critical systems to provide safe and effective launch, testing, and tracking of Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space lift vehicles. We support ballistic missile, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and evaluations as well as support space situational awareness operations and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation's safety. Our employees serve on the forefront of global defense and space operations. We offer our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities.

This Principal RF Engineer position is located at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid telecommuting schedule after initial training period is complete.

Job Summary

Performs engineering functions to design, develop, modify, integrate and test new subsystems on mono-pulse tracking radars on the Western Test Range at Vandenberg Space Force Base. Will lead an engineering team with the technical aspects of projects and the supporting multi-disciplined project teams.

Essential Functions

• Design, develop, and execute new capabilities used by tracking radars
• Perform complex system modeling, simulation, and analysis to provide the most appropriate technical solution
• Plan, conduct, and assist the project manager in the execution of engineering projects
• Coordinate the efforts of technical support personnel for assigned projects
• Analyze, develop, recommend and implement approaches to meet customer requirements
• Serve as an interface for project information to internal management and the customers
• Provides leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel
• Provides expertise to restore operational systems

Required Skills

• Experience working with RF to include local oscillators, doublers, mixers and attenuators Working knowledge of monopulse radar tracking systems and/or shipboard radar systems a plus
• Experience working with high power tube and solid state RF amplifiers
• Experience with C-band pulsed Doppler tracking and wideband coherent imaging systems desired
• Familiar with legacy range radars types (AN/FPQ-6, AN/FPQ-14, AN/FPS-16, etc.) desired
• Working knowledge of antennas and antenna tracking systems
• Experience with digital interface design to include familiarization with interface modules, cable/wire types and connector systems
• Experience with hardware systems integration and testing
• Experience providing inputs for engineering project proposals within defined time constraints
• Proficient in use of specialized test equipment including but not limited to VOMs, spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes
• Proficient in technical writing for development of technical reports, White Papers, and other technical support documentation
• Experience with computer systems including single-board (SBCs), servers, and workstations
• Familiarization with the Linux and Windows Operating systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical issues verbally and through written media such as graphical slides and verbal presentations to management and customers
• Proficient with M/S Office tool suite and CAD software
• Ability to read and create wire diagrams, schematics and mechanical drawings
• Proficient in use of specialized test equipment including but not limited to VOMs, spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or other technical major in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math.)
• Six (6) or more years relevant experience

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to balance, plan, prioritize, and execute projects.
• Good human relations and interpersonal skills to interact with internal and external support personnel and to provide guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Ability to work within a dynamic, fast paced environment with time constraints.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Must be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19 virus, which means two weeks have passed since a single-shot vaccine or the second dose of a two-shot vaccine. Requests for medical or religious accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization
• Valid U.S. Driver's License

What We Offer

• Everyday Wellness: Access to on-base facilities which may include: fitness centers, pool, bowling alley, recreational facilities, beach access and restaurants.
• Financial Opportunities: 401k savings program with company match and vesting on day one, retail and merchant employee discount programs, life insurance, business travel insurance and more.
• Work/Life Balance: Tuition reimbursement programs and flexible schedules.
• Equal Opportunity: Commitment to diversity and strategic partnerships.

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.

About RGNext

Range Generation Next LLC (RGNext) is jointly owned by Raytheon Company and General Dynamics Information Technology. RGNext is committed to providing our customers with unparalleled service, meeting quality assurance objectives and reducing costs. By requiring continuous improvement and promoting efficient practices, each employee is empowered to support our customer's missions. RGNext is responsible for operations and specialized and technical services in these locations:

• Ascension Island, Atlantic Ocean
• Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida
• Huntsville, Alabama
• Jonathan Dickinson Missile Tracking Annex, Florida
• Kennedy Space Center, Florida
• Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands
• Patrick Air Force Base, Florida
• Pillar Point Air Force Station, California
• Vandenberg Air Force Base, California

Contact:

RGNext
6905 N. Wickham Road, Ste. 301
Melbourne, FL 32940
Tel: 321.428.3454 ext. 4013

Web: www.rgnext.com

E-Mail: HR@RGNext.com

Posted November 2, 2022