SENIOR MICROWAVE/RF ENGINEERING MANAGER

Location: Kilgore, TX
We are seeking an experienced Senior Microwave/RF Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers in designing, developing, and optimizing microwave and RF systems. This role involves oversight of the design and testing of microwave components and systems, ensuring high-quality performance, and driving innovation across multiple projects. You will manage project timelines, resources, and budgets while maintaining close communication with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Your leadership will foster collaboration and professional growth within the engineering team, while your technical expertise will guide the development of cutting-edge microwave technologies to meet both customer and business requirements.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Citizenship status: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Microwave Engineering, or a related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred).
• Experience: 10+ years in microwave engineering with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role.
• Technical Expertise: Strong background in RF system design, simulation, and test methodologies.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining budgets and schedules.
• Communication & Documentation: Strong ability to convey complex technical concepts, write reports, and present findings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges while staying updated on industry trends (e.g., 5G, IoT, autonomous systems).
• Continuous Improvement: Developing and implementing best practices for testing, quality assurance, and process efficiency.

SPECIFIC RF/MICROWAVE TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to design multi-port/multi-band feeds, mode launchers, diplexers, and orthogonal mode transducers (OMT).
• Analyzing and optimizing feed port-to-port isolation and RF parameters.
• Expertise in TE/TM mode analysis, mode coupling troubleshooting, and antenna-feed optics.
• Knowledge of frequency challenges across S, C, X, Ku, Ka, Q, and V bands for antenna and feed design.
• Familiarity with methodologies for minimizing passive intermodulation (PIM).
• Experience with power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, and RF networks.
• Use of design/simulation tools such as HFSS, TICRA, Mician, or MATLAB.
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters).
• Environmental testing expertise (vibration, shock, thermal, TVAC).

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.
CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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• Technical Leadership: Oversee the design, testing, and integration of microwave and RF components, ensuring high-quality performance and compliance with industry standards.
• Project & Resource Management: Develop project plans, manage budgets, mitigate risks, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Team Leadership & Mentoring: Lead, mentor, and develop engineering talent while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with electrical, mechanical, software, and system engineers, as well as sales, marketing, and production teams to drive project success.
• Regulatory & Compliance: Ensure designs meet ITU, FCC, MIL-STD, and other industry regulations.