The ideal candidate will manage a RF/Microwave design group within the Hardware Engineering organization. Emphasis is placed on leading a team of 10 – 15 RF/Microwave Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA) and tile designers and test leads that support development and production programs, and new business pursuits to ensure quality engineering solutions. Our engineering work includes full life-cycle programs including system design, development, system integration, hands on test, training, and production.
This position will report to the department manager of the Electrical Design & Technologies department within Hardware Engineering. Minimal travel is expected
Roles and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Technical leadership on a piece of a larger program
General team supervision, performance management, career development, staffing, merit planning, engagement, employee rewards and recognition, and resolving personnel issues
Provide project and technical oversight for design activities performed by the group
Strategic hiring and employee skills development, labor forecasting and execution through close collaboration with program management, and balancing employee needs with business goals
Manpower and resource assignment
Technical risk assessment and mitigation
Facilitate knowledge sharing and mentoring
Analysis of design tools, processes, and technologies needed to support strategic product plans
Maintain and ensure application of design processes and guidelines used by the department
Develop proposal inputs and review proposal content for both internal and external customers
Lead or support department initiatives, recruiting, technology roadmap creation, cross-campus/sector involvement, and NCTA project leadership
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline plus 9 years of engineering experience OR Master of Science Degree in a STEM discipline plus 7 years of engineering experience OR PhD in a STEM discipline with 4 years of engineering experience
Excellent verbal, organizational, and written communication skills are required
Demonstrated success leading high performance teams as technical, integrated product team, and/or functional leader
RF Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) design experience from concept and requirements analysis through verification testing
US Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degrees in Electrical Engineering
Minimum 2 years as a functional manager
Minimum 6 years RF CCA design experience
Able to work in a fast-paced environment where multiple projects are being developed and deployed simultaneously
Experience in a multi-disciplined engineering environment
Experience with business development activities
- Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in STEM plus 9 years engineering experience OR Master's plus 7 years OR PhD plus 4 years
- Demonstrated success leading high-performance technical teams (technical, IPT, or functional leader)
- RF Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) design experience from concept through verification testing
- Excellent verbal, organizational, and written communication skills
- US Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance
- Advanced degrees in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 2 years as a functional manager
- Minimum 6 years RF CCA design experience
- Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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