• Lead High Power Amplifier Circuit Card Assembly redesign to achieve strict Form‑Fit‑Function‑Interface compatibility • Plan and execute measurements of GFP/GFI hardware; derive and verify baseline parameters (gain/flatness, impedance/VSWR, output power, spectral purity, pulse shape/timing) • Develop correlated RF and thermal simulation models; evaluate device topologies (BJT/LDMOS/GaN) and output combining networks • Author and maintain requirements in MBSE; produce SSS and ICS with full traceability to sources and verification methods • Own EMI/EMC and environmental planning; define fixtures and pre‑qualification per applicable standards • Prepare and lead SRR/PDR with Government stakeholders; capture minutes, actions, and update RAID log • Coordinate U.S. vendor market survey; manage NDAs; integrate supplier inputs on risks, manufacturability, and prototype ROM • Collaborate with program management to maintain PMP and IMS; report status, risks, and mitigations • Mentor team members; uphold engineering rigor and documentation quality • Other duties as assigned This position is contingent upon contract award. Requirements Education/Training: • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required • Master’s degree preferred Experience: • 8+ years experience designing, testing, and qualifying RF power amplifiers for radar or high‑power pulsed applications (L‑band preferred) • Hands‑on experience with BJT/LDMOS/GaN device selection, biasing, matching networks, and microstrip layout • Proficiency building high‑fidelity RF and thermal models (e.g., Ansys HFSS/Icepak) and correlating to measured data • Requirements engineering using MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo) • Authoring System/Subsystem Specifications and Interface Control Specifications • EMI/EMC planning and pre‑qualification per MIL‑STD‑461; environmental and ESS testing per MIL‑STD‑810 Security: • Must be a US citizen • If selected candidate does not have an active Clearance at level Secret or higher, one will be obtained upon hire Physical Requirements: • Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms • Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk • Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.) • Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time Benefits • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) • Short Term & Long Term Disability • Training & Development • Wellness Resources Salary: $135,000 - $150,000 Salary rates for this position are competitive and commensurate with experience and industry standards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.