HRL Laboratories

Radio Frequency Test Engineer

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Lost Hills, CA

Hybrid

77K-93K

Junior

Computer Vision • Hardware • Machine Learning • Software • Semiconductor

Our technologies operate in space, on aircraft, in automobiles, and in a variety of consumer products.

The Role

The candidate will optimize and create RF subsystems, working on testing, design, and integration of communication components and systems.

Summary Generated by Built In

General Description: This candidate will work with a dynamic group of RF IC designers and system integrators to optimize and create new RF and millimeter-wave subsystems. The team works with both silicon and III-V technology nodes and leverages HRL’s internal GaN foundry. You will play a critical role in creating high-performance solutions for next-generation wireless communication, radar, and sensing applications.

Essential Duties:

Contribute technical expertise and work within a focused team that designs, fabricates, integrates and tests RF and electromagnetic components and subsystems at frequencies ranging from below 0.1 to 200+ GHz.

Work closely with scientists and engineers to develop state of the art RF components such as antenna and RF front-ends for communication, radar and EW applications.

Required Skills:

Minimum 1 year of experience with RF testing and knowledge of standard microwave equipment such as VNA and spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes.

The ability to use and program test control software. Use of high-frequency circuit, electro-magnetic and system simulators such as ADS, AWR, VSS, Sonnet, HFSS and other RF & EM tools for design of antennas and RF front end modules and sub-assemblies is a plus.

Working knowledge of RF and microwave measurements and testing of analog electronic circuits.

A working familiarity with common passive and active microwave structures and network analysis techniques.

Knowledge of module integration, mechanical design, and PCB layout is a plus.

Applicant must be able to interact professionally with program managers, co-workers, customers, operate complex electronic equipment, perform detailed analyses of integrated circuits, and prepare written and oral presentations.

Ability to work well in a team of highly skilled engineers on complex projects, and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Physical Requirements:

Must be willing to travel

Required Education:

B.S. or M.S in Electrical Engineering

Special Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this full-time position $76,530 - $93,320 + bonus + benefits.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Top Skills

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Oscilloscopes

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Sonnet

Spectrum Analyzers

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The Company

HQ: Malibu, CA

1,050 Employees

Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

HRL Laboratories, LLC, Malibu, California, (hrl.com) pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive, aerospace and defense, HRL advances the critical missions of its customers. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM, HRL is a source of innovations that advance the state of the art in profound and far-reaching ways.

Why Work With Us

Our success is the result of our collaborative team of researchers, many of whom are the leading experts in their fields. Through their insights in support for our customers, we are finding the unique opportunities in technology.