Job Title: Hardware Integration Engineer (Electrical)
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
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The Opportunity
CACI International Inc. has an immediate opening for an RF Hardware Integration Engineer (Electrical Engineer) located in Dulles, VA. This position will design and develop complex RF systems, including RF analog and digital system design, from concept through deployment and maintenance. The Engineer will work with multidisciplinary teams across Mechanical, PCB Design, Antenna, Software, DSP, Firmware, and Production Engineering to create, design, document, build, test, deploy, and maintain complex electronic RF systems. We operate in a fast-paced, highly technical R&D environment where successful engineers are self-motivated, work effectively in team or individual situations, have excellent communication skills, and can handle multiple projects and activities simultaneously.
Responsibilities
- Design, architect, and optimize complex RF systems and subsystems including RF analog and digital systems
- Take a system design through component selection, system drawings and documentation, and integration and test with a focus on RF optimization
- Work closely with Mechanical, PCB Design, Antenna, Software, DSP, Firmware, and Production Engineering teams throughout the full product lifecycle
- Lead system design reviews and technical discussions; conduct and participate in technical reviews of requirements, specifications, and designs
- Build prototypes, products, and systems for testing; set up and run laboratory simulations
- Develop system-level requirements, specifications, and perform RF link budget analysis and system trade studies
- Design testing procedures and coordinate testing; create test plans to validate systems meet design requirements
- Create comprehensive system documentation including design specifications, test plans, technical reports, papers, and presentations
- Support deployment, field integration, ongoing technical support, and system maintenance
- Assist with planning, conducting, and evaluating approaches to meet project objectives in a timely, cost-effective fashion
- Contribute to design standards, support design reuse, and identify novel technical concepts and markets
Qualifications
Required:
- Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (ABET/EAC Accredited)
- 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical/computer engineering with a focus on RF design
- Strong understanding of RF theory, propagation, and system architecture
- Proven track record of delivering complex RF systems through all development phases
- Interpersonal skills required to work with others and communicate effectively
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure for quick-reaction projects with minimal supervision
- Must be organized
Desired:
- MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
- Hands-on prototyping and assembly experience
- Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout
- Digital Signal Processing (DSP) experience
- Software Defined Radios (SDR) experience
- Experience using Altium Designer
- Military Vehicle Electronics or equivalent industrial applications
- Experience with RF simulation tools (e.g., HFSS, CST, ADS)
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$86,600 - $181,800
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
