Job Description

Responsibilities for this Position

RF Engineer

ID: 2024-63465
USA-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: No clearance
Posted Date: 7/2/2024
Category: Engineering-RF
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As an RF Engineer on the Rescue 21 program, you will collaborate with small team of other RF Engineers, primarily focused on Land Mobile Radio System Maintenance and Troubleshooting. There will also be situations where you will conduct electrical requirements analysis, functional analysis and performance analysis for the design, integration and verification of electrical components, equipment, and systems. You will work closely with other engineering disciplines, such as systems, software, mechanical, and field engineers, to support our technical engineering products throughout their life cycle.

What you will experience:

• Lead troubleshooting efforts to restore a critical lifesaving system, working directly with individuals in the field with a variety of technical backgrounds to interpret test results
• Conduct replacement studies for end-of-life RF COTS components; evaluate criteria, create and conduct test plans, and then document results
• Develop tools to improve efficiency, solve problems, or streamline processes

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience applying principles and techniques of Electrical Engineering with a focus on RF principles
• Experience conducting evaluations of product specifications and vendor capabilities
• Ability to design and execute test plans to ensure accurate and consistent system testing
• Ability to provide remote (phone) support to Field Service Representatives on execution of test procedures and hardware troubleshooting
• Ability to Interface with project leaders and other professionals within the engineering department
• Ability to travel, as needed (travel is occasional, normally 3-4 times per year for durations of <= 1 week)

What sets you apart:

• Troubleshooting mindset with the ability to multi-task
• Thrives on working in a team environment
• Experience with MATLAB
• Familiarity with MS Access databases or SQL
• Proficiency with MS office suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, Visio)
• Experience using RF test equipment (i.e., Vector Network Analyzers, Power Meters, Communication Analyzers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal sources)
• Knowledge of RF system concepts (i.e. interference analysis, link budgets, antenna radiation pattern analysis, propagation simulation)

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site OR Hybrid/Flex, as desired.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Scottsdale, AZ Campus

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $95,384.20 - USD $105,816.80 /Yr.

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

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Job Tags

Full time, Second job, Remote job, Flexible hours,

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