Lead Senior RF Electrical Engineer

Join our team as a Lead Senior RF Electrical Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing advanced RF systems for cutting-edge radar and communication applications. We are looking for someone with extensive experience who can confidently manage RF system budgets and key performance metrics, while collaborating with various engineering disciplines to ensure system performance surpasses mission expectations.

Key Responsibilities :

Define and develop innovative RF system architectures specifically for radar and advanced sensing applications.

Derive and maintain comprehensive RF link / system budgets, focusing on gain, noise figure, dynamic range, and spurious performance.

Model and predict essential RF performance parameters such as phase noise, CPCR, CA, and spurious suppression.

Conduct thorough trade studies and system optimizations to balance performance, cost, and timelines effectively.

Lead the integration of Tx / Rx modules, LO generation / distribution, filters, and beamforming subsystems into complete radar systems.

Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, DSP, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless system-level alignment.

Perform root cause analysis on system performance issues and propose actionable design changes.

Generate and maintain high-quality documentation including requirements, budgets, analysis reports, and verification plans.

Mentor and provide guidance to junior and mid-level RF engineers.

Compensation Range : $112,900 - $146,800

This range serves as a guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors such as role responsibilities, location, market dynamics, and the candidate's experience, skills, and education.

Skills and Experience :

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related field (Master's or PhD preferred).

10+ years of experience in RF system design and analysis, ideally focused on radar or high-performance communications.

In-depth knowledge of RF / microwave theory, including gain, noise, non-linear effects, spurious content, and spectral purity.

Proven experience in deriving and validating system-level RF budgets.

Strong proficiency in simulation tools such as Keysight ADS, MATLAB, HFSS, CST, or similar.

Experience working with phase noise analysis, CPCR, CA, dynamic range, and link margin calculations.

Familiarity with radar system concepts, including waveforms, pulse compression, and Doppler processing.

Strong skills with RF measurement tools (VNAs, spectrum analyzers, phase noise analyzers, power meters).

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to secure and maintain a security clearance.

Preferred Skills :

Experience with phased-array architectures and beamforming techniques.

Knowledge of military / aerospace standards and environmental testing protocols.

Excellent communication skills for conducting customer and internal design reviews.

Citizenship Requirements :

Must be a U.S. citizen. Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and need to meet security clearance eligibility requirements.

Drug-Free Workplaces :

Saab is a federal government contractor and is committed to maintaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates are required to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Benefits :

Saab offers an empowering working environment with substantial opportunities for professional development, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business-casual atmosphere, and comprehensive benefits :

Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.

Paid time off, which includes a minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term, and short-term disability.

401(k) with immediate vesting of employer match.

Tuition assistance and student loan support.

Wellness programs, Care.com subscription, and employee assistance initiatives.

Employee stock purchase program with company match.

About Us :

Saab is a leading defense and security company with a steadfast mission : to help nations keep their people and communities safe. With a workforce of 19,000 talented individuals, Saab relentlessly pushes technological boundaries to create a safer, more sustainable, and equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technologies and systems for the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, alongside international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, we have business units and personnel across eight U.S. locations.

At Saab, we see diversity as an asset and offer limitless opportunities for career advancement. We respect individual needs and encourage every employee to lead a balanced, fulfilling life beyond work. Saab values diversity and actively promotes equal opportunities for all qualified individuals, considering applications regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran or disability status, or any other federally, state, or locally protected category.