Crane Company
Overview
Crane Aerospace & Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a
RF Design Engineer Manager
at our Chandler, AZ location. Crane Aerospace & Electronics provides high-performance systems and components to the aerospace and defense sectors, powering a diverse range of applications from satellites and missiles to UAVs and next-generation aircraft. Our Crane Microwave division is renowned for its RF and microwave technologies, supporting critical missions with integrated microwave assemblies, GPS subsystems, and space-qualified components trusted by leading defense and aerospace OEMs. What You'll Do
End to End Systems analysis, model and simulate circuit or system performance using analytical tools, cascade analysis of up/down converters. Detailed analysis and design of RF (from VHF through millimeter-wave) and mixed-signal communications hardware components, including digital receiver subsystems and exciters (front ends, IF sections, phase-lock loops, AGC loops, synthesizers, A/D and D/A conversion). Filter modeling, analysis and design. System integration, test and development of RF/millimeter-wave communications hardware for spaceflight. Investigate; evaluate new communications technologies for spaceflight applications. Function as technical interface for customers and attend technical meetings as required, and specification development with customer. Work closely with Business development, Supply chain, Production & other support groups. What You Bring
Experience: 8+ years of experience in microwave/millimeter-wave design theory component design; Experience with high reliability hardware from conceptual design through flight delivery; Experience with microwave modeling tools (I.e. Gensys, ADS, AWR, Ansoft HFSS, Ansoft Designer, Ansoft Maxwell, Matlab and AutoCAD or equivalent software). 2+ years Supervisory experience desired. Knowledge: Knowledge of complex communication systems theory; Systems architecture, RF architecture, RF/Microwave circuit design; Detailed knowledge of RF and mixed-signal design techniques and technologies, including receivers, synthesizers, and transmitters; Millimeter wave Radio systems design; synthesizer design, mixers, amplifiers, PLLs, low phase noise VCOs, filters, etc., from DC > 40Ghz; Magnetic circuit analysis experience desired. Communication & Collaboration: Experience working closely with Customer technical experts, defining roadmaps and differentiator aligning with business needs. Skill: Excellent documentation, organization and time management skills, Ability to write procedures, reports, and acceptances test; Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects through complete cycle; Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in team environment. Education/Certification: BS degree in Electrical Engineering. Masters or PhD degree preferred. Leadership: Experienced leading projects from specification to production release, mentoring of team & leading small teams while being hand-on with Design and product development. Eligibility
Eligibility Requirement: This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additionally, as a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Join us as an
RF Design Engineer Manager
and bring your RF expertise to programs that matter—to defense, space, and the future of secure communications. You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.cranemicrowave.com for more information on our company and great opportunities. We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool. #CJ Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Crane Aerospace & Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a
RF Design Engineer Manager
at our Chandler, AZ location. Crane Aerospace & Electronics provides high-performance systems and components to the aerospace and defense sectors, powering a diverse range of applications from satellites and missiles to UAVs and next-generation aircraft. Our Crane Microwave division is renowned for its RF and microwave technologies, supporting critical missions with integrated microwave assemblies, GPS subsystems, and space-qualified components trusted by leading defense and aerospace OEMs. What You'll Do
End to End Systems analysis, model and simulate circuit or system performance using analytical tools, cascade analysis of up/down converters. Detailed analysis and design of RF (from VHF through millimeter-wave) and mixed-signal communications hardware components, including digital receiver subsystems and exciters (front ends, IF sections, phase-lock loops, AGC loops, synthesizers, A/D and D/A conversion). Filter modeling, analysis and design. System integration, test and development of RF/millimeter-wave communications hardware for spaceflight. Investigate; evaluate new communications technologies for spaceflight applications. Function as technical interface for customers and attend technical meetings as required, and specification development with customer. Work closely with Business development, Supply chain, Production & other support groups. What You Bring
Experience: 8+ years of experience in microwave/millimeter-wave design theory component design; Experience with high reliability hardware from conceptual design through flight delivery; Experience with microwave modeling tools (I.e. Gensys, ADS, AWR, Ansoft HFSS, Ansoft Designer, Ansoft Maxwell, Matlab and AutoCAD or equivalent software). 2+ years Supervisory experience desired. Knowledge: Knowledge of complex communication systems theory; Systems architecture, RF architecture, RF/Microwave circuit design; Detailed knowledge of RF and mixed-signal design techniques and technologies, including receivers, synthesizers, and transmitters; Millimeter wave Radio systems design; synthesizer design, mixers, amplifiers, PLLs, low phase noise VCOs, filters, etc., from DC > 40Ghz; Magnetic circuit analysis experience desired. Communication & Collaboration: Experience working closely with Customer technical experts, defining roadmaps and differentiator aligning with business needs. Skill: Excellent documentation, organization and time management skills, Ability to write procedures, reports, and acceptances test; Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects through complete cycle; Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in team environment. Education/Certification: BS degree in Electrical Engineering. Masters or PhD degree preferred. Leadership: Experienced leading projects from specification to production release, mentoring of team & leading small teams while being hand-on with Design and product development. Eligibility
Eligibility Requirement: This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additionally, as a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Join us as an
RF Design Engineer Manager
and bring your RF expertise to programs that matter—to defense, space, and the future of secure communications. You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.cranemicrowave.com for more information on our company and great opportunities. We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool. #CJ Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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