Principal RF Antenna Engineer - Hudson, NH

Mercury Systems
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, New Hampshire, Hudson
267 Lowell Rd Ste 101 (Show on map)
Jul 02, 2025
Back Principal RF Antenna Engineer #25-298 \| Posted 07/02/2025 Multiple Locations Apply Apply for this job now! Apply Job Description Job Summary: Mercury Systems is seeking the best and brightest engineer to help us bring cutting edge technology to mission critical aerospace and defense applications, advancing innovation where it matters most. The Principal RF/Antenna Engineer will provide hands-on technical leadership to a team and develop RF test capabilities for an exciting defense application. Job Responsibilities: Design and develop an advanced RF system using a mix of new and existing modules Lead design of new antenna test capabilities Support design of RF module test capabilitities Support advanced manufacturing of RF modules and phased arrays Support software development for automating test processes and data analysis Troubleshoot RF issues during integration and test of advanced antenna systems Develop root cause and corrective action for integration and test issues Collaborate and effectively communicate with cross-functional teams Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or related STEM discipline Typically requires a minimum 7-10 years of experience in High Reliability Military, Aerospace and Defense Electronics manufacturing Experience providing technical leadership to a product development team Experience in testing / troubleshooting RF/Microwave, analog, digital, and/or mixed signal circuits. Experience in failure analysis / Root-Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals. Experience with electrical and/or RF test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc. Experience with antenna test ranges Familiarity with RF and antenna theory This role is Hybrid and will be based in Hudson NH or Phoenix AZ "This position requires you to have or obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens." Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in electrical engineering, or related STEM discipline Experience with design and test of common RF modules such as power amplifiers, up-converters, down converters, waveform generators, RF modulators, and limiters Deep experience with schematics, block diagrams, and parts lists for complex electronics Experience with design and test of phased arrays Experience using Microwave Office, ADS, HFSS Experience using Matlab Experience developing software to control RF and phased array antenna systems Test development experience in a nearfield antenna range This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government." Additional Information Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including: * the role and related responsibilities; * prior work experience; * education, training, skills and certifications; * internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles; * geographic location; and * alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including: * bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions); * health, life and disability insurance; * company-paid holidays and time off; * 401(k) retirement plan; * discounted employee stock purchase plan; * tuition reimbursement; and * access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse. Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock-based awards. Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule that provides employees more opportunity for work/ life balance (available based off location) Why Mercury? Why should you join Mercury Systems? Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com Our Culture We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions. To find out more about Why Mercury?, or visit the Mercury Community or find answers to general questions at Mercury FAQs Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status. As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance. (978) 256-1300 Click here read about our recent press release.