Electromagnetic Simulation Engineer

The Digital Electronics and Electromagnetic Department, a core part of the Communication Systems and Agile Processing sub-division, excels in managing the full communications chain—from RF signals to digital bits. Our expertise encompasses everything from modeling and simulation to RF chain analysis/design and software-defined radio systems. We leverage this deep knowledge to develop satellite payloads, advanced signal collection methods, new modulation schemes, testbed environments, and innovative approaches to antenna design, characterization, and measurement.

We are looking for an Electromagnetic Modeling and Simulation Engineer to join our team and support critical programs that are vital to the success of today’s and tomorrow’s space architectures. This position offers the unique opportunity to collaborate with leading technical experts while providing strategic guidance to both the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community as they shape the future of the rapidly evolving space sector.
****** What You’ll Be Doing
****** in electromagnetics, computational electromagnetic modeling, radiation and scattering,  and/or Aerospace program offices. May bring in tasks and projects beyond personal activities from internal and external sources.

* Minimum Requirements:

* Minimum of eight years of relevant experience

Strong understanding of RF design principles, signal propagation, computational electromagnetics, radiation, scattering, diffraction theory and electromagnetic properties of materials

Familiarity with wireless communication links, including link budget analysis, modulation techniques, and frequency allocations

Practical skills in the use of standard measurement equipment like Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, and power meters

Strong technical writing skills for preparing documentation, design reports, and presenting findings to cross-functional teams

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government.  
* In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for
* Minimum of twelve years of experience in roles with progressively increasing responsibility

Experience architecting, planning, and leading complex RF and antenna projects including mentoring of junior staff

Able to translate, tailor, and present (written and orally) complex technical concepts to stakeholders of varying knowledge levels, including non-specialists

PhD, in Electrical Engineering or another related discipline with a focus on Electromagnetics and RFProficiency in CAD workflows for electromagnetic analysis, including advanced model construction, geometry repair, and mesh generation strategies optimized for diverse commercial (e.g., HFSS, CST, FEKO) and government-furnished electromagnetic simulation tools

Ability to architect and deploy custom computational tools for automated parametric simulation generation, sophisticated post-processing of EM simulation and measurement data (polarization transformations, wideband imaging algorithms, image reconstruction and editing), and maintainable, extensible tool chains that accommodate evolving satellite communications program requirements

Work with modeling, design, fabrication, and test of various antenna types (e.g., horn, patch, phased array)
Experience in modeling and analysis of radar systems and technology

Experience in using high performance computing systems

Proven ability with electromagnetic and RF simulation software tools such as Ansys HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, GRASP, Keysight ADS, Microwave Office, or similar tools Previous experience in the use of anechoic chambers for RF and antenna measurements
* Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
* Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
* Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
* 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
* Flexible spending accounts
* Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
* Relocation assistance
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