RF/EW R&D Engineer

SRC, Inc.is currently seeking a Mid-Level Radio Frequency (RF) / Electronic Warfare (EW) Research & Development Engineer to support the design, integration, testing, sustainment, and advancement of next-generation RF and EW simulation capabilities.

This role is heavily focused on research and development activities within a dynamic laboratory environment supporting prototype development, system integration, experimental testing, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL) operations, and user demonstrations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong RF fundamentals, laboratory integration experience, and the ability to rapidly troubleshoot and adapt within fast-paced R&D efforts.

This position requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop, evaluate, and improve advanced electromagnetic environment simulation systems and supporting RF infrastructure.

What You'll Do

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Research & Development Activities

RF / EW System Development


* Support research and development of advanced RF, radar, and EW simulation capabilities


* Assist with integration, configuration, and evaluation of prototype hardware, RF subsystems, and experimental technologies


* Support development and execution of engineeringassessmentplans for new capabilities, hardware modifications, and software updates


* Participate in system characterization, performance analysis, and technical investigations to support engineering decisions

Prototype Integration & Experimental Testing


* Configure and support experimental laboratory test environments for engineering development efforts


* Integrate Systems Under Test (SUT) with RF simulators,HITLsystems, and supporting laboratory infrastructure


* Support iterative hardware and software testing, rapid troubleshooting, and implementation of engineering changes during development cycles


* Collect, document, and analyze test data to support engineering evaluations and technical reporting

Technology Evaluation & Modernization


* Evaluate emerging RF and EW technologies to support future laboratory and simulation capabilities


* Assist with development of upgrade roadmaps and modernization recommendations for aging laboratory systems and infrastructure


* Support proof-of-concept demonstrations and advanced technology integration activities

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Laboratory Operations &HITLSupport

HITL & Lab Operations


* Configure and maintain HITLlaboratory environments supporting R&D and engineering integration efforts


* Support daily laboratory operations including RF routing, equipment configuration, system verification, and troubleshooting


* Ensure laboratory systems are operational and available to support engineering development schedules anduserdemonstrations

Demonstration Support


* Support Lead Engineers during internal and external technical demonstrations and evaluation events


* Assist with demonstration setup, system checkout, issue resolution...