About this opportunity
IMS Recruiting lists this Microwave Amplifier Design Engineer opportunity in village of westbury, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Base pay range: $95,000.00/yr – $130,000.00/yr
About the Role
A confidential, industry‑leading RF/microwave manufacturer is looking for an experienced RF Amplifier Design Engineer to design, develop, and test low‑noise and medium‑power amplifiers using both discrete transistor and MMIC technologies. You’ll work across hybrid and surface‑mount designs, run linear and nonlinear simulations, support production, and contribute directly to new product development. This is a hands‑on engineering role with real visibility inside the organization.
What You’ll Do
Design, develop, and test discrete and MMIC‑based low‑noise/medium‑power amplifiers
Build new RF and microwave circuits, components, and products
Perform linear and nonlinear simulations for active and passive circuits
Define specs for microwave components and subassemblies
Support high‑reliability testing and screening requirements
Generate design reviews, test reports, and documentation
Work with manufacturing teams to ensure efficient build processes
Estimate project schedules, track engineering labor, and support technical proposals
What You Need
Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering with 4+ years experience, or Master’s with 2+
At least 2 years designing and simulating low‑noise amplifiers
Experience designing for manufacturability and managing engineering projects
Proficient with linear CAE tools plus exposure to nonlinear CAE
Hands‑on lab/test experience: VNAs, noise figure analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, signal generators
Ability to work under a microscope in a cleanroom environment
Familiarity with semiconductor devices like GaAs and GaN
Must be able to obtain a Secret‑level security clearance
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with MIL‑specs: MIL‑PRF‑38534, MIL‑STD‑202
Experience aligning and tuning fine‑pitch circuits under a microscope
Knowledge of oscillator, synthesizer, PIN‑diode, and filter design
System‑level cascade and spur analysis
Proficiency with Keysight ADS, RFPro, Ansys HFSS, and EM simulation tools
Design/test experience up to 26 GHz or higher (40 GHz preferred)
Hybrid chip‑and‑wire and PCB SMT manufacturing exposure
Wire bonding experience
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project Management
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing; Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing; Space Research and Technology
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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Who can apply
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