Job Title: Sr SATCOM & Telemetry RF/Microwave Design Engineer - Group LeadJob Code: 15827Job Location : San Diego, CARelocation: Relocation is available to qualified applicantsJob Description:L3Harris in San Diego, CA is seeking a versatile RF hardware engineer with experience leading a technical team to support the design and manufacturing of Tracking, Telemetry, and Command products for airborne and space-based applications. As a RF Product Lead, you will lead a team responsible for developing solutions that meet customer needs based on current designs and proposed new development for advanced satellite communication links, digital telemetry, signal processing technology. Additionally, as a hardware engineer you will be directly involved in the design, integration, and test of new assemblies for current and future programs.Essential Functions:Responsible for working with Business Development, Engineering, and Management to develop systems that meet the customer’s needs based on legacy systems and new designsSystem/module requirements developmentResponsible for all aspects of RF/microwave product development, including system and module level design and definition, schematic capture, circuit design, derating, and Worst-Case Analysis (WCA)Prepare and present engineering design concepts and data results for IDR/PDR/CDRSupport internal peer reviews, design verification testing of engineering units, and oversight of productionResponsible for working closely with an Engineering Manager to drive employee engagement and retention, monitor compliance with company policies and regulations, facilitate talent development, set and track goals, conduct employee reviews and feedback sessions, staff projects, and provide reporting on team performance and progressQualifications:Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required and at least 9 years of industry experience, OR, Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with at least 7 years of industry experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.Minimum 7 years of experience supporting production of RF/Microwave hardwareMinimum 7 years of experience designing RF/Microwave circuits at the circuit card or module level (schematic capture, BOM generation, layout or layout supervision)Knowledgeable of RF transceiver architecture tradeoffsExperience with RF/microwave engineering principles and hands on experience with RF/microwave and communications test equipmentExperience working proposal efforts and new product developmentAbility to troubleshoot RF/microwave subassemblies to the component levelKnowledge of modems and digital modulation techniques to include BPSK, QPSK, and related distortion metrics like EVMExperience developing test procedures and conducting design verification testingPreferred Additional Skills:Understanding of digital design fundamentals to include modem architectures, power supplies, interfacing with ADCs, FPGAs, and moreWorking knowledge of digital modulation to include BPSK, QPSK, and related distortion metrics like EVMExperience performing RF system analysis using ADS System Vue, AWR VSS, or similarAbility to perform linear and non-linear analysis of RF/microwave circuits using Keysight ADS or similarFamiliarity with transmitter and receiver architecture designTransmitter design: gain distribution, linearity, modulation formats synthesizer architecture, and EVM performanceReceiver front end design: Noise figure, dynamic range, acquisition and tracking threshold, and BER performanceExperience with performing 3D Electromagnetic analysis using HFSS or similarFamiliarity with DVB-S2 waveformExperience with military or space qualified hardware designsDesign experience with K band frequencies desired but not requiredIn compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $147,000.00 - $273,000.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.