Join Saab as a Senior Staff RF Electrical Engineer to lead the design and optimization of advanced RF systems for radar and communication applications, ensuring exceptional system performance. Leverage your extensive experience in RF engineering to mentor junior engineers and collaborate across teams.
Key Responsibilities
Define and develop RF system architectures for radar and advanced sensing applications
Derive and maintain RF link/system budgets including gain, noise figure, dynamic range, and spurious performance
Model and predict phase noise, CPCR, CA, spurious suppression, and related RF performance metrics
Conduct trade studies and system optimization to balance performance, cost, and schedule
Guide the integration of Tx/Rx modules, LO generation/distribution, filters, and beamforming subsystems into complete radar systems
Work closely with hardware, firmware, DSP, and mechanical teams to ensure full system-level alignment
Perform root cause analysis of system performance issues and recommend design changes
Generate and maintain high-quality documentation for requirements, budgets, analysis reports, and verification plans
Provide technical mentorship to junior and mid-level RF engineers
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred)
10+ years of experience in RF system design and analysis, preferably for radar or high-performance comms
Deep understanding of RF/microwave theory including gain, noise, non-linear effects, spurious content, and spectral purity
Demonstrated experience deriving and validating system-level RF budgets
Proficiency in simulation tools such as Keysight ADS, MATLAB, HFSS, CST, or similar
Experience with phase noise analysis, CPCR, CA, dynamic range, and link margin calculations
Familiarity with radar system concepts including waveforms, pulse compression, and Doppler processing
Strong skills with RF measurement equipment (VNAs, spectrum analyzers, phase noise analyzers, power meters)
US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in phased-array architectures and beamforming
Knowledge of military/aerospace standards and environmental testing
Strong communication skills for customer and internal design reviews
Benefits & Perks
Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependentsPaid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability401(k) with immediate vesting on employer matchTuition assistanceStudent loan assistanceWellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programsEmployee stock purchase program with employer match