RF DESIGN ENGINEER LEAD
at Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Chandler, Arizona, United States
Job Description
RF Design Engineer Lead
Location AZ, Chandler
Department Engineering
Employment Type Full Time
Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity fora RF Design Engineer Lead at our Chandler, AZ location.
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronics provides high-performance systems and components to the aerospace and defense sectors, powering a diverse range of applications from satellites and missiles to UAVs and next-generation aircraft. Our Crane Microwave division is renowned for its expertise in RF and microwave technologies, supporting critical missions with integrated microwave assemblies, GPS subsystems, and space-qualified components that are trusted by leading defense and aerospace original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
Overview:
We're looking for an experienced RF Design Engineer Lead to architect and develop cutting-edge RF, Microwave, and Millimeter-Wave integrated solutions (IMAs) for mission-critical defense and space systems. This is a hands-on engineering role with responsibility across proposal, design, prototyping, testing and production release-ideal for an engineer who enjoys technical depth and cross-functional collaboration.
What You'll Do:
+ Architectand design end-to-end RF and mixed-signal systems (VHF to >40 GHz), including up/down converters, synthesizers, PLLs, mixers, filters, A/D converters and Digital architectures
+ Model and simulate RF system performance using advanced analytical tools
+ Support system integration, testing, and validation of high-reliability hardware for spaceflight and defense applications
+ Translate customer specifications into hardware architecture, design documentation, and product releases
What You Bring:
+ 7+ years of experience in RF/microwave/mmWave design; strong grasp of RF systems architecture and circuit design
+ Familiarity with tools like ADS, AWR, HFSS, MATLAB, and Mechanical modeling applications
+ Experience with hardware design from concept through production delivery
+ BS in Electrical Engineering required; MS or PhD preferred
Eligibility Requirement: This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Join us as an RF Design Engineer Lead and bring your RF expertise to programs that matter-to defense, space, and the future of secure communications.
You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.
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at Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Chandler, Arizona, United States
Job Description
RF Design Engineer Lead
Location AZ, Chandler
Department Engineering
Employment Type Full Time
Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity fora RF Design Engineer Lead at our Chandler, AZ location.
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronics provides high-performance systems and components to the aerospace and defense sectors, powering a diverse range of applications from satellites and missiles to UAVs and next-generation aircraft. Our Crane Microwave division is renowned for its expertise in RF and microwave technologies, supporting critical missions with integrated microwave assemblies, GPS subsystems, and space-qualified components that are trusted by leading defense and aerospace original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
Overview:
We're looking for an experienced RF Design Engineer Lead to architect and develop cutting-edge RF, Microwave, and Millimeter-Wave integrated solutions (IMAs) for mission-critical defense and space systems. This is a hands-on engineering role with responsibility across proposal, design, prototyping, testing and production release-ideal for an engineer who enjoys technical depth and cross-functional collaboration.
What You'll Do:
+ Architectand design end-to-end RF and mixed-signal systems (VHF to >40 GHz), including up/down converters, synthesizers, PLLs, mixers, filters, A/D converters and Digital architectures
+ Model and simulate RF system performance using advanced analytical tools
+ Support system integration, testing, and validation of high-reliability hardware for spaceflight and defense applications
+ Translate customer specifications into hardware architecture, design documentation, and product releases
What You Bring:
+ 7+ years of experience in RF/microwave/mmWave design; strong grasp of RF systems architecture and circuit design
+ Familiarity with tools like ADS, AWR, HFSS, MATLAB, and Mechanical modeling applications
+ Experience with hardware design from concept through production delivery
+ BS in Electrical Engineering required; MS or PhD preferred
Eligibility Requirement: This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Join us as an RF Design Engineer Lead and bring your RF expertise to programs that matter-to defense, space, and the future of secure communications.
You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.
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Job ID: 487950612
Originally Posted on: 8/3/2025
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