RF Product Engineer

Job Description
See what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
Our Operations employees turn innovative engineering designs into real solutions to meet our customers' needs. From Supply Chain, to manufacturing and test, Electronic Systems offers opportunities to work with technology rarely accessible in other manufacturing firms. Our training and development programs provide employees with career advancement in a diverse work environment.
BAE Systems is hiring a Principal RF Product Engineer to join our team at the Merrimack, New Hampshire Advance Composite Manufacturing facility (ACM). This role is critical to RF production performance and quality for advanced composite antenna assemblies for next-generation EW systems.
This is a first shift position working a 4/10 schedule.
We are seeking a highly independent engineer with strong technical skills and a proven ability to lead and mentor others. This role requires the ability to manage individual assignments effectively, while also collaborating with the team to solve complex challenges
The Principal RF Product Engineer will be responsible for ensuring optimal RF performance and quality throughout the production process. Expected responsibilities include:

• Serve as the subject matter expert for product and test processes
• Partner with Tech Ops, Quality, Program Engineering, and Leadership to translate business needs into actionable insights through data analysis and the development of data-driven solutions
• Analyze product performance data to identify trends, recommend key performance indicators, and correlate findings to system-level performance requirements
• Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging experimentation and developing creative solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Mentor and develop within the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Current DOD Collateral Secret Government clearance (Or Ability to Obtain)
• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline and at least 6-8 years of related/relevant work experience.
• Experience with RF test development and support for production, employing RF Test instrumentation (Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generators, PNA-X etc.)
• Intrinsic data curiosity
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills with a demonstrated ability to collect meaningful data and make data driven decisions
• Outstanding communication, presentation, skills and interpersonal skills to convey key insights from complex analysis and ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical teams
• Experience with RF Measurement techniques and ability to diagnose and resolve to root cause measurement anomalies.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Related Engineering discipline and at least 6 years experience.
• Ability to work data analysis with spreadsheet manipulation for large data sets
• Additional experience in a production RF test environment, specifically supporting antenna testing.
• Familiarity with Orbit test equipment,959 Spectrum antenna test software, and wavestudio
• Experience with Visual Basic and Excel macro creation and editing
• Technical or team leadership
• Six Sigma training (Green Belt or higher preferred)
• Experience analyzing manufacturing processes and implementing improvements for enhanced quality and efficiency.
• Formal Project Management training

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.