Senior RF Engineer - 1495

Job Description

Job Description

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise, with a charter to create new and emerging technology innovations in support of Commercial & Government organizations. We have expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics and Threat Warning Systems, and we prioritize partnering with our customers to address real-world problems with cost-effective solutions… that work.

The Artificial Perception & Threat Awareness (APTA) division at SARA is making the future of Aerospace and Autonomy happen now, with a charter to create new and emerging sensor perception technologies for Commercial & Military markets. Our innovative technologies include RF, optical and acoustic sensors enabled with innovative embedded algorithms, machine learning and robust networking.

SARA, Inc. is looking for an experienced Senior RF Engineer to join a team of talented program managers, engineers, software developers, physicists, and technicians on long-term programs supporting the DoD, DoE, and their contractors in our Artificial Perception and Threat Awareness (APTA) division, located in Cypress and San Juan Capistrano, CA. The candidate will have the opportunity to exercise their initiative, adaptability, and drive in a fast-paced, highly technical environment while contributing to our Homing Seekers Mission Area .

Core Responsibilities :

• Contributing to the technical efforts of the mission area and assigned program teams to include basic research and ongoing programs
• Contributing to overall technical design and approach for systems and subsystems, with emphasis on RF considerations and performance
• Working with division and business management to help develop product roadmaps and execution plans
• Cultivating an effective work relationship with internal and external customers and stakeholders
• Contributing to the business development process, to include marketing, internal research and development, and proposal generation
• Working with program and contract management to ensure all contractual requirements are met

Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

SARA offers a competitive benefits package to include :

Pay Range

Salary at SARA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $105,000 to $150,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SARA’s total compensation package for employees. Positions are on-site, unless indicated otherwise.

SARA is an equal employment opportunity employer.