RF Propagation Engineer

4 weeks ago


College Station, Texas, United States Applied Research Laboratory at the Penn State University Full time
RF Research and Development Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled RF Research and Development Engineer to join our team at the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University. As a key member of our Antennas and Electromagnetics Department, you will play a critical role in solving complex RF Propagation projects.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and implement RF propagation models, including environmental effects such as space weather and meteorology.
  • Analyze the effectiveness of engineering products, systems, and subsystems using RF propagation models.
  • Develop novel techniques in RF propagation, including new mathematical derivations of electromagnetic phenomena and relevant environmental factors.
  • Conduct RF propagation experiments/tests in the laboratory/field to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions.
  • Document data/findings in technical reports, documents, or oral/written presentations.
  • Create opportunities to improve RF propagation modeling and analysis capability.
  • Provide innovative problem-solving approaches to enhance RF propagation modeling and analysis capabilities.
  • Research and identify follow-on research projects and/or initiate new project concepts.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Science related discipline.
  • Experience in RF Propagation mathematical methods, implementation of new and established methods, and application of methods to solve specific problems.
  • Demonstrated ability to document research findings in whitepapers and technical reports.
  • Proven experience implementing scientific or technical solutions independently with guidance from mentors.
  • Demonstrated understanding and experience with end-to-end design, implementation, and testing of technical and scientific solutions.
  • Effective at presenting in front of large groups of senior-level professionals.
Preferred Skills:
  • Current active security clearance.
  • Ability to learn new programming languages and tools, mathematical techniques, and numerical implementations.

This position can be filled at multiple levels, depending on your education and work experience. A Master's degree or PhD in Mathematics or Electrical Engineering is preferred. The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $76,129,500.00. The position can allow for hybrid on-site/work from home in the State College, PA area. ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas. You will be subject to a government security investigation. An active security clearance is highly desired. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. Employment with ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at **The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential.**



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