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Electronic Warfare Engineer
Accepting applicationsGeeks and Nerds (GaN Corporation) · Huntsville, AL
Full-Time Mid_senior GaNMATLABRFVHDLai
Posted
1d ago
Category
Test
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
United States
Wanted - Big Brains & Huge Hearts: We are looking for creative and passionate geeks, nerds, thinkers, tinkerers, and builders.
Geeks and Nerds is an innovative technology company that encourages ingenuity, defies the norm, fosters teamwork, and defines the future for our community and nation.
Come join the company that develops innovative solutions that makes a positive difference in our community and nation. Join a company of significance!
The Electronic Warfare (EW) Engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, testing, and deploying advanced electronic warfare systems and technologies. This position requires expertise in RF (radio frequency) systems, signal processing, and electromagnetic spectrum management to support defense and security operations. The EW Engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop solutions that enhance the effectiveness of military operations in contested electromagnetic environments.
Responsibilities
System Design and Development:
Perform trade studies, modeling and simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component and system performance and to optimize design around established requirements
Design and develop electronic warfare systems, including jammers, radar systems, situational awareness and communication systems
Develop hardware and software architectures to integrate systems and components into higher level systems and platforms
Assess EW specific risks and develop a mitigation plan
Signal Processing
Analyze and process RF data to assess threat and communication information in the electromagnetic spectrum
Develop algorithms for signal detection, classification, and countermeasure deployment
Develop data analysis and presentation methods and tools to provide actionable information to the user
Testing And Validation
Develop test plans, procedures, and reports for system verification and validation including environment and propagation effects.
Conduct laboratory and field testing of EW systems to ensure performance and reliability
Spectrum Management
Analyze and manage electromagnetic spectrum usage to optimize system performance in congested and/or contested environments
Ensure compliance with spectrum regulations and policies
Threat Analysis
Assess emerging threats in electronic warfare, radar systems, communication systems, and unmanned platforms
Develop countermeasure strategies to mitigate threats
Collaboration And Integration
Collaborate with government agencies and military stakeholders to define requirements and deliver solutions
Work closely with software, hardware, and systems engineering teams to integrate EW systems into larger platforms (e.g., aircraft, ships, ground vehicles)
Documentation And Reporting
Prepare technical documentation, including system specifications, design reports, and user manuals
Present findings and recommendations to internal teams and external stakeholders
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related field
Experience
3+ years of experience in electronic warfare, RF systems, or related fields
Experience with EW system design, signal processing, or electromagnetic spectrum analysis
Technical Skills
Proficiency in modeling tools for RF engineering and signal processing (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW or similar)
Familiar with laboratory tools including oscilloscope, signal and spectrum analyzer, SDR and RF Analyzer SW
Knowledge of radar systems, communication systems, directed energy and electronic warfare modules
Familiarity with high level software programming languages for algorithm development
Security Clearance: Secret Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Key Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Excellent communication and technical writing skills
Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science (M.S.) in Electrical Engineering or related science/engineering discipline
Knowledge of military, defense, and national security systems
Familiarity with DoD standards and regulations (e.g., MIL-STD, FAR/DFARS)
Knowledge of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and interference mitigation techniques
Experience with HW/SW/FW development
Proficient in board-to-system level architecture
Experienced with VHDL design/synthesis/analysis tools
Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Electronic Warfare Professional - CEWP) are a plus
Special Requirements
Must be a US Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation
Must have a Secret clearance or be capable of obtaining an interim Secret clearance
GaN Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classifications. GaN Corporation participates in E-Verify.
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Geeks and Nerds is an innovative technology company that encourages ingenuity, defies the norm, fosters teamwork, and defines the future for our community and nation.
Come join the company that develops innovative solutions that makes a positive difference in our community and nation. Join a company of significance!
The Electronic Warfare (EW) Engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, testing, and deploying advanced electronic warfare systems and technologies. This position requires expertise in RF (radio frequency) systems, signal processing, and electromagnetic spectrum management to support defense and security operations. The EW Engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop solutions that enhance the effectiveness of military operations in contested electromagnetic environments.
Responsibilities
System Design and Development:
Perform trade studies, modeling and simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component and system performance and to optimize design around established requirements
Design and develop electronic warfare systems, including jammers, radar systems, situational awareness and communication systems
Develop hardware and software architectures to integrate systems and components into higher level systems and platforms
Assess EW specific risks and develop a mitigation plan
Signal Processing
Analyze and process RF data to assess threat and communication information in the electromagnetic spectrum
Develop algorithms for signal detection, classification, and countermeasure deployment
Develop data analysis and presentation methods and tools to provide actionable information to the user
Testing And Validation
Develop test plans, procedures, and reports for system verification and validation including environment and propagation effects.
Conduct laboratory and field testing of EW systems to ensure performance and reliability
Spectrum Management
Analyze and manage electromagnetic spectrum usage to optimize system performance in congested and/or contested environments
Ensure compliance with spectrum regulations and policies
Threat Analysis
Assess emerging threats in electronic warfare, radar systems, communication systems, and unmanned platforms
Develop countermeasure strategies to mitigate threats
Collaboration And Integration
Collaborate with government agencies and military stakeholders to define requirements and deliver solutions
Work closely with software, hardware, and systems engineering teams to integrate EW systems into larger platforms (e.g., aircraft, ships, ground vehicles)
Documentation And Reporting
Prepare technical documentation, including system specifications, design reports, and user manuals
Present findings and recommendations to internal teams and external stakeholders
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related field
Experience
3+ years of experience in electronic warfare, RF systems, or related fields
Experience with EW system design, signal processing, or electromagnetic spectrum analysis
Technical Skills
Proficiency in modeling tools for RF engineering and signal processing (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW or similar)
Familiar with laboratory tools including oscilloscope, signal and spectrum analyzer, SDR and RF Analyzer SW
Knowledge of radar systems, communication systems, directed energy and electronic warfare modules
Familiarity with high level software programming languages for algorithm development
Security Clearance: Secret Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Key Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Excellent communication and technical writing skills
Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science (M.S.) in Electrical Engineering or related science/engineering discipline
Knowledge of military, defense, and national security systems
Familiarity with DoD standards and regulations (e.g., MIL-STD, FAR/DFARS)
Knowledge of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and interference mitigation techniques
Experience with HW/SW/FW development
Proficient in board-to-system level architecture
Experienced with VHDL design/synthesis/analysis tools
Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Electronic Warfare Professional - CEWP) are a plus
Special Requirements
Must be a US Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation
Must have a Secret clearance or be capable of obtaining an interim Secret clearance
GaN Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classifications. GaN Corporation participates in E-Verify.
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