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We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. 

Job Summary

Battelle is seeking a Radio Frequency Design Engineer (Level 3) to work in the Electronic Warfare group within the National Security Division. The position is located at Battelle Headquarters in Columbus, OH.

 

The RF Design Engineer will be responsible for leading tasks in the development of complex RF systems, instruments, and components for utilization in cyber and Electronic Warfare (EW) solutions. The applicant must have substantial experience in RF designs implemented at a circuit board level integrated into larger systems, RF design techniques, impedance matching, simulation tools and microwave test equipment. This position will work closely with antenna engineers on state-of-the-art phased array antennas, requiring a solid foundational understanding of antenna design and phased array applications including Electronic Beam Steering (EBS) and Direction Finding (DF). A successful candidate will be capable of assisting in the creation of technical presentations and reports, working near-autonomously on underdefined problems, and participating in client interactions and field tests.

Responsibilities

The candidate will provide technical leadership, subject matter expertise and individual execution within engineering projects requiring design, prototyping, analysis, testing, fabrication and integration of RF/microwave systems, instruments, and components into multi-disciplinary engineering solutions. These solutions will provide essential capabilities to operators in a wide variety of domains including communications, signal intelligence, radar, cyber and EW.

Travel may be required. Responsibilities include:

Contribute to the design of complicated RF prototype systems, including phased array antenna and wideband transceiver system.Ability to work independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team to successful develop photonic systems and assembliesParticipate and foster the collaborative team culture of design through rigorous and iterative modeling, simulation, and measurementParticipate in peer mentorship of other junior engineers in areas of advanced personal competencyHelp assess and improve current engineering design processesCustomer and sub-contractor coordinationParticipating in the creation of technical content for proposals and white papersAssist in the authoring of technical documentation, test plans and reportsConduct experiments and testing in both a laboratory and field environmentKey Qualifications Ability to obtain/maintain a government security clearance (Must be a Sole US Citizen)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) or related field + 8 years of experienceMaster’s degree in EE or related field + 5 years of experiencePhD in EE or related field + 2 years of experienceEquivalent combination of education and experience

Expertise and Competencies
3+ years of experience are required in the following skills:

 

Microwave/RF system, subsystem and component analysis, design, prototyping and integrationECAD design experience using software suites such as Cadance Virtuoso and Allegro, and Altium DesignerDesigning RF/microwave Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) and Card Carrier Assemblies (CCA)Testing using standard EE and RF/microwave equipment such as vector network analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, noise sources, multimeter, and signal sourcesHands-on design experience with electromagnetic simulation and modeling tools such as HFSS, CST, ADS, Genesys and/or AWRCreating and/or working with RF/microwave link budgets to drive system requirementsTechnical writing for proposals, white papers, test plans and reportsExpertise in RF hardware design concepts, practices, and procedures.Experience with the full hardware cycle from design and simulations to testing and validation.Knowledge of antenna design and testing required.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills requiredPreferred Qualifications

Expertise and Competencies

Experience with 3GPP 5GNR and O-RAN system design, integration, and test.Experience with VITA-49 system design, integration, and test.Familiarity with mobile cellular network equipment, deployment and industry practices.Design, integration, and evaluation of Active Electronically Steered Antennas (AESAs)Experience with Software Defined Radios (SDR), including writing software for SDRs and integrating SDRs into RF systemsDesigning RF/microwave features including frequency conversion, automatic gain control, custom amplification circuits, matching networks and filtersExperience integrating high frequency electronics into packages using CCAs and/or chip and wire technologyExperience using MATLAB for modeling, analysis, and design of free space RF links, EBS patterns, DSP or related subject matterDesigning, testing and integrating Active Electronically Steered Antennas (AESAs)Familiarity with the setup and operation of military communication and EW equipmentExposure to various RF and SATCOM systemsExperience in documenting technical work and results, i.e., writing lab reports and data analysisCurrent US Government Security Clearance

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.

 
A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
 
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discoveryCollaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environmentNurture and develop the next generation of scientific leadersGive back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer.  We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

 

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