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RF Metasurface Researcher

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

Laurel, MD
17 days ago
$90,000 - $350,000

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Job Description

Join a dynamic team at APL as an RF Metasurface Researcher, where you'll design and prototype innovative metasurfaces for RF applications. Collaborate with experts in electromagnetic technologies to advance research from modeling to real-world applications, making impactful contributions in a supportive and creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, prototype, and fabricate novel metasurfaces and intelligent structures
  • Perform anechoic chamber measurements and devise RF testbeds
  • Analyze data and propose design refinements
  • Advance independent research ideas and collaborate with team members

Required Qualifications

  • PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields
  • Strong background in electromagnetic metasurfaces and microwave/RF components and circuits
  • Proficiency in a full-wave electromagnetic simulation package such as CST, HFSS, or COMSOL
  • Experience configuring and operating RF hardware equipment
  • Interest in RF metasurfaces fabrication procedures
  • Programming skills in MATLAB or PYTHON
  • Ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in printed circuit board layout and fabrication
  • Interest in building systems with RF components
  • Experience in designing reconfigurable intelligent surfaces
  • Exposure to RF applications like communications, radar, and microwave imaging

Benefits & Perks

Education assistance programRetirement contributionsHealthy work/life balanceMedical, dental, vision, and life insurancePaid time offShort-term and long-term disabilityFlexible spending accounts