Principal RF Engineer in Dayton

Description The Advanced Warfare Technology Division is a 430-employee research and development organization in the Leidos Innovations Center (LInC). The AWT Division is at the forefront of researching, designing, and developing EW systems, directed energy systems, high speed/hypersonic weapon systems, communications/networking systems, and related technologies for our nation’s defense. We currently have an opening for a Principal RF Engineer to work with a talented multi‑disciplined design team across the division (electrical engineers, systems engineers, software/firmware engineers, scientists, etc.). The Principal RF Engineer will direct the design and development of innovative RF hardware systems. Candidate must have a strong background in RF hardware design, test and measurement in support of fast‑paced programs. Primary Responsibilities Serve as Principal Investigator on complex multi‑disciplinary programs that typically include field demonstration of real‑time hardware systems. Support, design, develop and test RF hardware (DC-40GHz+) as part of a highly complex integrated sensor solution. Develop and maintain requirements documents, functional specification documents, interface control documents, engineering wiring diagrams, etc. Serve as Technical Lead on complex multi‑disciplinary proposals. Generate low level front end specifications based on overarching system requirements. Provide technical advice/input that impact strategic client outputs and Leidos business results. Impacts functional strategy by developing new solutions, processes, standards or operational plans that position Leidos competitively in the marketplace. Mentors and coaches other technical staff. Work on problems of diverse scope, determining methods and procedures to be used on new assignments, and providing feedback and recommendations to other technical personnel. Interact with outside customers, suppliers, and functional peer groups. Some travel and work at remote sites for limited time periods may be occasionally required. Provide status reports to project managers and/or division production manager as required. Competitive Benefits Leidos offers competitive benefits including 4 or more weeks Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401(k) with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in Advanced Warfare Technology Basic Qualifications Bachelor's with 12+ years prior relevant experience or Master's with 10+ years prior relevant experience. Must be U.S. citizen. Active Secret or Top Secret clearance with ability to receive TS//SCI. Demonstrated leadership of complex multi‑disciplinary technical teams and/or projects. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication. Basic programming experience (e.g., Matlab). Experience working in Electronic Warfare applications and systems, SIGINT and/or radar fields as a subject matter expert. Demonstrated RF electronic warfare design experience and ability to apply theoretical knowledge in resolving real world problems. Qualifications Active TS or TS//SCI clearance. Doctoral degree in Electrical Engineering concentrated in Electromagnetics or related. Idea creation and program capture experience (proposals, white papers, etc.). Experience working in a fast‑paced Research and Development (R&D) environment. Experience with Electromagnetics software analysis tools (e.g., Ansys HFSS). Understanding of S‑parameters and Antenna Pattern measurements. Pay Range: $126,100.00 - $227,950.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement, or other law. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , citizenship, , physical or mental , medical condition, genetic information, , family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, , or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr