Sr. RF Engineer

Vitesse Systems is looking for a Sr. RF Engineer to join the team in Longmont, Colorado! The Sr. RF Engineer is responsible for the design and analysis of satellite technologies and applications.

About Vitesse Systems

Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute.

Our Core Values

Our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Impact, and Integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission-critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.

Our Benefits

• 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Company Observed Holidays
• Birthday & Anniversary Incentives
• 401K Employer Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short & Long-term Disability
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
• Generous Referral Program

The Role

The primary responsibilities of the RF Engineer are to perform the design and analysis of passive microwave equipment for space, such as diplexers, feed networks, horns, reflector antennas, arrays, couplers, terminations, polarizers, orthomode transducers, and antenna feeds. 

Key Responsibilities

• Spearhead innovative designs for existing and emerging antenna feed markets. 
• Prepare and present technical proposals. 
• Ensure feasibility of customer specifications and translate to high-quality designs. 
• Work cohesively with Manufacturing Engineering to review prints and ensure dimensional and accuracy requirements. 
• Support and generate; design reviews, presentations, data reviews, peer reviews, and production support. 
• Communicate Test Requirements to Test Group. 
• Support RF Test Group with review of test procedure, test plan, and test reports. 
• Support Management with defining standard processes and procedures for RF engineering tasks. 
• Participate in process/continuous improvement activities. 
• Plan, work and communicate milestones and deliverables. 
• Serve as a mentor within the RF team.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s Degree in Radio Frequency Engineering or Electrical Engineering preferred with a minimum 10 years of experience in the design and development of passive microwave components. Experience requirements may be substituted by a Ph.D. in related discipline and 5 years of relevant experience.
• Specialized in microwave communications or EM theory. 
• Experience testing passive components using network analyzers. 
• Good interpersonal skills with a desire to build relationships. 
• Experience with GRASP, Mode Matching Software, Finite Element Modeling systems, and other 3D EM RF CAD tools. 
• Passive microwave design experience
• Working knowledge of Mode Matching Software, Finite Element Modeling Systems, MMW, CST, GRASP, CHAMP, POS, MATLAB, and other 3D EM RF CAD tools. 
• Knowledge of RF measurement equipment and techniques

Vitesse Systems, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign national without prior export authorization from the Department of State. A foreign national is defined by the U.S. Government under EAR 734.2(b)(2)(ii) and 8 USC 110 (a)(20) as one who:

• Is not a United States citizen
• Is not lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S.
• Does not have politically protected status (embassy, refugee, or asylum)

Vitesse Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Veterans / Disabled Employer.