Oscillator Design Engineer

Senior RF/Microwave Oscillator Design Engineer

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the design and development of oscillator products with state-of-the-art phase noise and g-sense performance. Leads project teams in a fast-paced environment to deliver new products on time, meeting or exceeding all requirements and resulting in profitable products when transitioned to production.

Major Duties

• Apply engineering and electronics principles and utilize RF synthesis and simulation software packages to design, simulate, and prototype new OCXOs with ultra-low phase noise and low g-sense performance.
• Perform detailed analysis of compliance with electrical, mechanical, environmental, and regulatory requirements for all new products being quoted.
• Estimate total project costs, including material, labor, testing, development costs, and lead times for new product opportunities.
• Lead design and development projects through completion using the organization's documented design and development process.
• Optimize new products for performance, manufacturability, lead time, and cost.
• Provide guidance to assemblers and engineering technicians during prototype builds and product optimization activities.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to develop new processes required to support product introductions.
• Partner with Purchasing to ensure prototype materials are sourced and delivered on schedule.
• Provide timely project status updates to stakeholders.
• Lead and/or participate in project meetings, including kickoffs, peer design reviews, and pre-ship reviews.
• Support the transition of new products into production.
• Provide engineering support for existing production products involving component obsolescence, quality concerns, reliability issues, or product enhancements.
• Mentor, train, and coach less experienced engineers and technicians.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends and recommend innovative product opportunities that create competitive advantages.

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated expertise in RF/Microwave oscillator design with emphasis on ultra-low phase noise and low g-sense OCXOs.
• Strong knowledge of resonator selection, oscillator optimization, amplification, DC regulation, and RF/Digital/Analog circuit layout best practices.
• Mastery of RF/Microwave synthesis, simulation, and analysis tools such as AWR Microwave Office or PathWave Genesys.
• Knowledge of technologies and manufacturing processes used in the design and fabrication of oscillators and related products.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent hands-on laboratory and bench troubleshooting capabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced engineering and production environment.
• Preferred knowledge of radio architectures, avionics and military communication systems, and radar architectures.
• Must be eligible to work with ITAR-controlled data without sponsorship.

Education, Experience & Training

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE/MSEE preferred).
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in RF/Microwave oscillator design.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change at any time based on business needs.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and advancement.