Job Description
Job Title: Principal Microwave Engineer
Pay Rate: Up to $96.64 /hr.
Location: Oxnard, CA
Zip Code: 93030
Area Code: 805,820
9-80 B|1st Shift|08:00 AM|N This role is 100% on-site
A Principal Microwave Engineer job opportunity is open with our client in Oxnard, CA. In this role you will play a crucial role in the development and implementation of microwave systems and components used in radar, communication, and electronic warfare systems. To be considered for this role you will have 7 + years of experience in High Reliability Military, Aerospace and Defense Electronics product development and product manufacturing and have a bachelor"s degree in electrical engineering, or a related field. Secret Clearance Required.
Principal Microwave Engineer job duties
- Provide technical leadership to resolve issues that may arise during assembly, production testing, and integration of complex RF/Microwave products.
- Microwave System Design - Implement innovative microwave system architectures for defense and aerospace applications.
- Component Development - Analyze, and optimize microwave components such as amplifiers, filters, mixers, oscillators, and antennas. Utilize simulation tools and testing techniques to ensure component performance meets or exceeds specified requirements.
- Microwave Circuit Development - Optimize microwave circuits using various technologies, including microstrip, stripline, and integrated circuits. Simulate and validate circuits using electromagnetic simulation tools, ensuring optimal performance.
- Testing and Characterization: Plan and execute laboratory tests to verify the performance of microwave systems and components. Use specialized equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power meters to measure and analyze microwave signals, including power, frequency response, noise figure, and linearity.
- Performance Analysis and Optimization - Analyze system and component performance data, identify potential issues, and propose design modifications or improvements. Optimize microwave systems for enhanced performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Documentation and Reporting - Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports. Maintain accurate records of design changes, test results, and project milestones. Communicate findings and recommendations to internal teams and stakeholders.
Knowledge/Skill sets/ Experience/Education
- Secret Clearance Required.
- 7 or more years of experience in High Reliability Military, Aerospace and Defense Electronics product development and product manufacturing.
- Experience in testing / troubleshooting RF/Microwave, analog, digital, and/or mixed signal circuits.
- Experience in failure analysis / Root-Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations.
- Strong understanding of microwave theory, electromagnetic wave propagation, and transmission line theory.
- Experience with microwave measurement equipment and techniques, including vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power meters.
- Expertise with documentation such as schematics, block diagrams, and parts lists for complex electronics.
- Experience successfully providing technical leadership to development or manufacturing teams.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or a related field.
If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com.EOE/F/M/Disability/Veterans
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