Principal RF Test Engineer (Sign On Available)

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a Principal RF Test Engineer to join our team in southern New Hampshire!

“We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” is our mission, and we’re looking for engineers who share our passion in developing a full range of first-of-its-kind technologies and equipment to protect air, land, and naval warfighters on all fronts. From our southern New Hampshire location, Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions is seeking a talented, motivated Principal RF Test Electrical Engineer who wants to join an organization where diversity, equity and inclusion are highly valued. You will be joining an inclusive Agile engineering team at a dynamic company that values technical excellence. At BAE Systems, we value our cultural principles by providing a heathy work environment to design, develop and produce world’s most advanced electronics – Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow.

The selected candidate is required to have experience in Developing Production Test solutions for testing and validating radio frequency (RF) systems and components. You will be responsible for ensuring the performance, quality, and reliability of RF products through rigorous testing and analysis. This role requires a deep understanding of RF principles, test methodologies, and the ability to work with advanced test equipment and cutting-edge technology. You will collaborate closely with design engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to develop and execute test plans, which includes the integration of test solutions, and providing detailed reports on test results. The candidate will be required to be detail-oriented, possess strong analytical skills, and have a passion for continuous improvement.

Typical duties assigned to this position:
- Employing your expertise, decision skills, and independent judgment for RF Test solutions in a production environment.
- Design, develop and troubleshoot test solutions to support DVT (Design Verification Testing) and high-volume production testing.
- The ability to perform high-volume RF testing using advanced test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators.
- Mentor and provide technical support and guidance to other team members in the RF domain.
- Analyze test data and provide detailed reports on performance, quality, and reliability.
- Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on testability and reliability.
- Collaborate with design engineers to identify and resolve design / testability issues early in the development process.
- Document test procedures, results, and any issues encountered during testing.
- Assist in the development of new RF testing methodologies and best practices.
- Support the hardware engineering department in the execution of RF Technology Training.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- 4+ years of professional experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting high-reliability embedded systems
- Demonstrated understanding of electrical principles, test methodologies, and the ability to work with advanced test equipment and cutting-edge technology
- Demonstrated experience designing mixed-signal CCAs
- Strong “hands-on” laboratory experience with instrumentation, equipment, and processes
- Eligible to obtain a DOD Security Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience with testing and troubleshooting RF and Microwave component/subsystem such as up-converters, down converters, power amplifiers, waveform generators, RF modulators, and limiters.
- Experience with RF principles and test methodologies.
- Experience in RF testing and validation.
- Experience with automated test scripts and software tools.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Experience with any of the following tools: MATLAB, Python, Computer Simulation Technologies (CST), Microwave Design Studio, High Frequency Structure Simulator (HFSS) and Advanced Design System (ADS).
- Active DOD security clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.