Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from HEICO's subsidiary Lucix Corporation
Job overview
The Principal RF Engineer at HEICO's Lucix Corporation leads the design and development of RF products, significantly impacting commercial space customer projects.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading RF product design, analyzing customer requirements, generating design proposals, estimating costs, completing RF system and circuit design, supporting analog control circuitry, performing compliance analysis, tuning and testing prototypes, supporting operations, providing technical judgment, inventing new technologies, and mentoring junior engineers.
Experience and skills
Requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related experience, minimum 8 years in RF/Microwave industry, strong oscillator design knowledge, command of RF principles, expertise in RF simulation software, RF board-level design, RF lab equipment, product development phases, project leadership, documentation skills, mentoring experience, and strong communication skills; InP VCO and Ka-band microwave design preferred.
Company information
Lucix Corporation, part of HEICO's Electronic Technologies Group, is a leader in RF hardware for satellite payloads and airborne/ground systems, with all operations based in California, USA.
Job location and travel
The job is located at Lucix facilities in California, USA.
Unique job features
The position offers the opportunity to work on advanced RF products for commercial space applications and involves leadership in technical innovation and mentoring.
Company overview
HEICO Corporation is a leading aerospace and electronics company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of products for the aviation, defense, space, medical, telecommunications, and electronics industries. They generate revenue through the sale of proprietary products and services, including aircraft replacement parts, repair and overhaul services, and niche electronic components. Founded in 1957, HEICO has grown through strategic acquisitions and innovation, becoming a trusted partner to major airlines, military forces, and technology firms worldwide.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your extensive experience in RF and microwave oscillator design, emphasizing ultra-low phase noise and multiple oscillator topologies, as these are critical for the Principal RF Engineer role at HEICO's Lucix Corporation.
Focus on showcasing your expertise in RF system and circuit design, including analog control circuitry and RF board-level design techniques like impedance matching and shielding, to align with the job requirements.
Apply through multiple channels such as HEICO's corporate career site, Lucix's dedicated job portal if available, and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current engineers and project leads within HEICO’s Electronic Technologies Group or Lucix on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent RF technology innovations they've shared or asking about their experience working on oscillator products for satellite applications.
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