Microwave Research and Development Engineer

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The Electromagnetic Effects and Applications (EMEA) department measures, analyzes, and evaluates Radio Frequency (RF) signatures of multiple platforms including undersea, maritime, land, and air. We provide comprehensive signature management solutions to support our customers' needs.

Intentional Electromagnetic Interfere (IEMI) and directed energy research core competencies are:

Electromagnetic Test & Evaluation Electromagnetic (EM) spectrum profiling

Electromagnetic Vulnerability (EMV) assessment

Intentional Electromagnetic Interference (IEMI)
Electromagnetic Cyber Attack (EMCA)
ARL is an authorized DoD Skill Bridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:

Oversee sensitive research and development focused on applied electromagnetics as a Principal Investigator (PI)
Provide technical knowledge within the laboratory, develop concepts, and oversee sensitive research and development focused on applied electromagnetics

Provide knowledge in RF/microwave engineering for ground, air and sea-based operations

Possess knowledge of antenna concepts, parameters, and applications

Contribute to solutions for the automation/control of RF instrumentation

Conduct RF/microwave lab-based and in-the-field measurements and experimentation

Facilitate measurements at outdoor test ranges, anechoic chamber, and EMC chambers

Assess and validate state-of-the art RF systems and solutions from the Defense Industrial Base Assist with field-measurement setups and test plans

Occasionally travel per sponsor and program requirements

Additional responsibilities of higher-level positions include:

Develop program management plans from the technical perspective and develop technical documents that satisfy stakeholder’s requirements and expectations

Lead engineers in day-to-day tasking to accomplish programmatic deliverables. Develop and present project/program status reports

Provide technical leadership within the laboratory in RF Microwave research

Facilitate relationships across the DoD and the IC with a focus on moving technologies from fundamental research to applied solutions

Perform the role of Trusted Agent to the government to assess and validate state-of-the art RF systems and solutions from the Defense Industrial Base Required knowledge/skills include:

RF/microwave instrumentation to include: network analysis, spectrum analysis, antenna measurements, and RF materials characterization

In-the-lab and in-the-field troubleshooting of RF systems

Radar systems and hardwareMATLAB and/or Python for instrument control and data analysis

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Excellent report writing capabilityRF/microwave engineering for ground, air and sea-based operations

Electromagnetic simulation tools such as: CST Microwave Studio or REMCOM XFdtdMATLAB and/or Python for instrument control and data analysis

Established understanding and expertise art RF/microwave measurement instrumentation

Preferred skills/knowledge include:

Active DoD SECRET (or higher) clearance

This position will fully on-site in State College, PA.MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS If filled as Research and Development Engineer
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