Anduril Industries
Staff RF Antenna Engineer, Electronic Warfare
Anduril Industries, Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626
Overview
Staff RF Antenna Engineer, Electronic Warfare role at Anduril Industries. The team focuses on RF design for antennas and antenna arrays within our EW Radio Frequency Engineering team in Costa Mesa, CA. About The Job
We are seeking a Staff RF Antenna Engineer to design, analyze, and optimize RF design for antennas and antenna arrays, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to meet project specifications. This position requires expertise in RF antenna design and simulation tools, as well as an understanding of board‑level schematic design and PCB circuit layout. Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and a passion for innovation are essential. What You’ll Do
Conduct detailed RF design for antennas and antenna arrays. Perform antenna element trade studies, including investigation, simulation, and comparison of designs. Optimize array lattice selection based on frequency range, scan range, instantaneous bandwidth, and element design. Design, simulate, and optimize antenna arrays. Develop prototypes of elements and arrays to validate models. Model PCB RF transitions, including interlayer transitions, matching networks, and feed structures. Design passive components such as printed splitters (Wilkinson, 90‑degree hybrids) and corporate feed structures. Provide layout support and finalize array models for optimization. Qualifications
BS Electrical Engineering or equivalent 10+ years of RF and Antenna experience Experience with RF hardware design and RF component design Experience with all stages of RF hardware testing from in‑lab to in‑field Experience with test setup automation and relevant data analysis Experience with Anechoic Chamber and Open Air testing Knowledge of schematic capture, PCB design, and RF simulation tools Some travel required Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications
Defense, national security, or aerospace domain familiarity through industry or education DoD Field Testing experience with RF based systems and antenna equipment Salary and Benefits
US Salary Range: $191,000—$253,000 USD Healthcare Benefits: The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Equity grants are included in the majority of full‑time offers. Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including: US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans UK & AUS Roles: Full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and dependents IE Roles: Annual contribution toward private health insurance for you and dependents Additional Benefits
Income Protection: life and disability insurance Generous time off with holiday break in December; caregiver & wellness leave Family Planning & Parenting Support: coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, and related services Mental Health Resources: 24/7 access to free mental health resources and related services Professional Development: annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits and Relocation Assistance (where eligible) Retirement Savings
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and mega backdoor options UK & IE Roles: Pension with employer match AUS Roles: Superannuation plan The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about compensation and benefits during the hiring process. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
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Staff RF Antenna Engineer, Electronic Warfare role at Anduril Industries. The team focuses on RF design for antennas and antenna arrays within our EW Radio Frequency Engineering team in Costa Mesa, CA. About The Job
We are seeking a Staff RF Antenna Engineer to design, analyze, and optimize RF design for antennas and antenna arrays, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to meet project specifications. This position requires expertise in RF antenna design and simulation tools, as well as an understanding of board‑level schematic design and PCB circuit layout. Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and a passion for innovation are essential. What You’ll Do
Conduct detailed RF design for antennas and antenna arrays. Perform antenna element trade studies, including investigation, simulation, and comparison of designs. Optimize array lattice selection based on frequency range, scan range, instantaneous bandwidth, and element design. Design, simulate, and optimize antenna arrays. Develop prototypes of elements and arrays to validate models. Model PCB RF transitions, including interlayer transitions, matching networks, and feed structures. Design passive components such as printed splitters (Wilkinson, 90‑degree hybrids) and corporate feed structures. Provide layout support and finalize array models for optimization. Qualifications
BS Electrical Engineering or equivalent 10+ years of RF and Antenna experience Experience with RF hardware design and RF component design Experience with all stages of RF hardware testing from in‑lab to in‑field Experience with test setup automation and relevant data analysis Experience with Anechoic Chamber and Open Air testing Knowledge of schematic capture, PCB design, and RF simulation tools Some travel required Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications
Defense, national security, or aerospace domain familiarity through industry or education DoD Field Testing experience with RF based systems and antenna equipment Salary and Benefits
US Salary Range: $191,000—$253,000 USD Healthcare Benefits: The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Equity grants are included in the majority of full‑time offers. Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including: US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans UK & AUS Roles: Full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and dependents IE Roles: Annual contribution toward private health insurance for you and dependents Additional Benefits
Income Protection: life and disability insurance Generous time off with holiday break in December; caregiver & wellness leave Family Planning & Parenting Support: coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, and related services Mental Health Resources: 24/7 access to free mental health resources and related services Professional Development: annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits and Relocation Assistance (where eligible) Retirement Savings
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and mega backdoor options UK & IE Roles: Pension with employer match AUS Roles: Superannuation plan The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about compensation and benefits during the hiring process. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
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