Job Description

AV is growing and we are seeking a Hardware Engineer (RF Systems) to join our Electronic Warfare team in Sunrise, FL. If you are a collaborative, detail-driven engineer who thrives in fast-paced aerospace and defense environments, balancing multiple projects, resolving complex hardware issues, and partnering with cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver reliable, manufacturable products that meet demanding performance and regulatory requirements, this is the position for you.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Designs, simulates and implements moderate system products.
• Receives instruction on specific objects.
• Receives direction on complex problems and possible solutions.
• May assist with customer or official contacts and communications pertaining specific assignments or meetings.
• Specifies, designs, analyzes, simulates, prototypes, builds, tests, documents, and releases to manufacturing required systems.
• Organizes, plans, tracks, and resolves design problems associated with product performance in engineering, manufacturing, and the field.
• Provides assistance with system level architectural design as well as the development of specifications, schedules, and test plans related to product development activities and product upgrades.
• Interfaces with appropriate departments to ensure design specifications meet or exceed all applicable regulatory standards.
• Develops product performance testing; incorporates required design changes to address problem resolution.
• Interfaces with outside vendors as required.
• Interacts and collaborates effectively with internal and external team members to assure needs of the company are met.
• Possibility of up to 25% traveling.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or other related field.
• 4+ years of related experience.
• Proficient with Schematic Capture and PCB layout software.
• Proficient in RF/Microwave component level circuit design (amplifiers, filters, mixers, synthesizers).
• Broad hardware design background including power supplies, analog circuits, digital systems, and interconnect.
• Knowledge in areas of analog to digital and digital to analog conversion, waveform characteristics, communication protocols, and signal processing.
• Experience with EMI/EMC problem solving.
• Experience with RF/Microwave test equipment (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, vector signal analyzers, oscilloscopes).
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player.
• Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization.
• Ability to obtain US Security Clearance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Frequently required to stand.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Occasionally required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds.

Clearance Level

No Clearance

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is: $91,000 - $138,750

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

Benefits:

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.