Research & Development Microwave & Sensor Engineer

at  Boston Government Services LLC

Boston Government Services (BGS) is currently seeking a Research & Development Microwave and Sensor Engineer to join their dynamic team of professionals in Albuquerque, NM!
BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client’s mission needs and strategic direction.
We are passionate about our culture! At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.
If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!
Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute to a highly motivated team focused on delivering qualified electronic components to a national security mission? The Radio Frequency (RF) Microsystems department (5211) is seeking a mid-career Research and Development (R&D) Microwave and Sensor Engineer to design, fabrication, test, qualification, and delivery of custom designed microwave components. These components enable military communication systems, SAR imaging and doppler radar, and tagging tracking and locating hardware. Our team is looking for a driven RF engineer capable of fundamental electromagnetic modeling, transistor level circuit simulation, and distributed element microwave Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design. It is also important to understand electronic die characterization, RF test equipment, working knowledge of solder assembly, PCB development and fabrication. What your Job will Be like:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters in Electrical Engineering or Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering plus four (4) years’ experience.
• Radio Frequency design experience.
• Electrical test and measure practices to protect sensitive devices and equipment to troubleshooting high frequency circuitry.
• Use of RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, pulsed signal generators, oscilloscopes, and precision power supplies.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) Q clearance.
• Ability and willingness to work a 2–3 years contract.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of designing distributed element active microwave circuits such as detectors, receivers, and power amplifiers.
• Strong written and presentation skills to provide sponsors and vendors convincing evidence of quality designs.
• Ability to work independently and within a multi-disciplinary team of peers to meet specifications.
• Strong interpersonal skills which include teamwork, effective leadership, negotiation, delegation, and conflict resolution.
• Understanding of fabrication process for printed circuit boards die attaching, wire bonding, and packaging advanced automated assembly processes for die and very small SMT components.
• Strong electrical test and measure skills at the module and die level.
• Experience developing complex microsystem solutions including analog, digital, RF, and other technologies modeling electromagnetic effects on and off die.
• Active DOE Q or Department of Defense (DOD) Top Secret (TS) clearance.

Please refer the Job description for details