Leidos Inc
Overview
This engineering position supports the Survivability Solutions branch within the Advanced Sensing and Emerging Technologies division at Leidos Innovations Center (LInC) based in San Diego, CA.
Primary Responsibilities
Hands‑on design and realization of front‑end and back‑end antenna systems; integration focused on individual antennas, phased array antennas, RF circuits, passive RF components, and RF systems.
Use of computational electromagnetic software to design and predict performance on many types of antennas and apertures (HFSS, COMSOL, FEKO, SENTRI, CST, etc.).
Development of antenna link budgets to define system requirements, estimate expected gain and losses over bandwidth, determine operating link margin, and perform optimizations within project constraints.
Design and integration of frequency‑selective surfaces (FSS) for use with radomes and radiating aperture designs.
Low‑observable design implementing techniques including materials, shaping, etc., for RCS mitigation where necessary.
Investigation of new technologies and applications for radiating apertures, antennas, and RF systems.
RF hardware testing of required performance metrics: VSWR, insertion loss, gain, polarization, radar cross‑section (RCS), etc.
Collaboration with a multi‑disciplinary team to perform requirement evaluation, initial concept trade studies, in‑house and customer presentations.
Provide technical input to support proposals and new business opportunities.
Provide direct engineering support for customers to end‑users.
Basic Qualifications
U.S. Citizen.
Current active Secret security clearance required; ability to obtain Top‑Secret clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering with 8+ years of related experience, or advanced degree with 6+ years of experience.
Basic computer skills with experience using MATLAB, Linux/Unix, and Windows.
Proficiency in core RF engineering and antenna theory; general knowledge of related disciplines.
Experience designing antennas and passive RF components (radiating elements, radomes, power dividers, couplers, transitions, FSSs, etc.).
Analytical design experience using simulation tools such as HFSS, COMSOL, FEKO, SENTRI, CST, etc.
RF antenna testing experience with network analyzers, PNAs, anechoic chambers, near‑field ranges, etc.
Effective oral and written communication skills to deliver technical information to a tailored audience.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
Some travel within the U.S. required.
Preferred Qualifications
Current active Top‑Secret security clearance.
Proficiency in programming, data manipulation, and data visualization in MATLAB and Python.
Proficiency in computational electromagnetic (CEM) analytics—including CAD manipulation, finite element mesh development, engineering code development, data processing with statistics, and data rendering and presentation.
Working knowledge of composite materials, additive manufacturing, adhesives, coatings, etc.
Demonstrated ability to schedule and execute RF measurements at internal and external facilities and perform measurement analysis and troubleshooting.
Demonstrated ability to lead RF efforts and guide technical project teams toward completing program goals and milestones.
Familiarity with military and tactical communication and data systems/architectures.
Location San Diego, CA
Pay Range Pay Range $107,900.00 – $195,050.00
Commitment to Non‑Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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Primary Responsibilities
Hands‑on design and realization of front‑end and back‑end antenna systems; integration focused on individual antennas, phased array antennas, RF circuits, passive RF components, and RF systems.
Use of computational electromagnetic software to design and predict performance on many types of antennas and apertures (HFSS, COMSOL, FEKO, SENTRI, CST, etc.).
Development of antenna link budgets to define system requirements, estimate expected gain and losses over bandwidth, determine operating link margin, and perform optimizations within project constraints.
Design and integration of frequency‑selective surfaces (FSS) for use with radomes and radiating aperture designs.
Low‑observable design implementing techniques including materials, shaping, etc., for RCS mitigation where necessary.
Investigation of new technologies and applications for radiating apertures, antennas, and RF systems.
RF hardware testing of required performance metrics: VSWR, insertion loss, gain, polarization, radar cross‑section (RCS), etc.
Collaboration with a multi‑disciplinary team to perform requirement evaluation, initial concept trade studies, in‑house and customer presentations.
Provide technical input to support proposals and new business opportunities.
Provide direct engineering support for customers to end‑users.
Basic Qualifications
U.S. Citizen.
Current active Secret security clearance required; ability to obtain Top‑Secret clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering with 8+ years of related experience, or advanced degree with 6+ years of experience.
Basic computer skills with experience using MATLAB, Linux/Unix, and Windows.
Proficiency in core RF engineering and antenna theory; general knowledge of related disciplines.
Experience designing antennas and passive RF components (radiating elements, radomes, power dividers, couplers, transitions, FSSs, etc.).
Analytical design experience using simulation tools such as HFSS, COMSOL, FEKO, SENTRI, CST, etc.
RF antenna testing experience with network analyzers, PNAs, anechoic chambers, near‑field ranges, etc.
Effective oral and written communication skills to deliver technical information to a tailored audience.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
Some travel within the U.S. required.
Preferred Qualifications
Current active Top‑Secret security clearance.
Proficiency in programming, data manipulation, and data visualization in MATLAB and Python.
Proficiency in computational electromagnetic (CEM) analytics—including CAD manipulation, finite element mesh development, engineering code development, data processing with statistics, and data rendering and presentation.
Working knowledge of composite materials, additive manufacturing, adhesives, coatings, etc.
Demonstrated ability to schedule and execute RF measurements at internal and external facilities and perform measurement analysis and troubleshooting.
Demonstrated ability to lead RF efforts and guide technical project teams toward completing program goals and milestones.
Familiarity with military and tactical communication and data systems/architectures.
Location San Diego, CA
Pay Range Pay Range $107,900.00 – $195,050.00
Commitment to Non‑Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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