Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physics with at least 10 years of RF/microwave experience., Strong expertise in RF circuit design, simulation, and testing across L-band to Ka-band frequencies., Proficiency with microwave circuit tools like Microwave Office and electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS., Experience in designing and analyzing frequency conversion components and power amplifiers..

Key responsibilities:

Define product requirements, functions, and design objectives for RF assemblies.

Design and analyze RF assemblies, including simulation and performance evaluation.

Oversee the creation of test plans and procedures for subassemblies.

Participate in the integration, testing, and qualification of new products and upgrades.

Job description

Description

We are Gilat. Anywhere on the planet and in space, we bring Boundless Communications.

At Gilat Satellite Networks, (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT) we’re not just shaping the future of satellite communications—we’re transforming how the world connects. From bridging the digital divide to powering in-flight connectivity and delivering combat-proven advanced SATCOM solutions, we're driving deep-tech satellite innovation. We believe in the right of all people to be connected and are united in our resolution to provide communication solutions to all reaches of the world.

Gilat Wavestream, a wholly owned subsidiary of Gilat, is a market leader in solid-state power amplifiers and innovative RF solutions. Gilat Wavestream provides advanced satellite communication technologies for mission-critical applications, serving defense, commercial, and mobility markets worldwide.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a detail-oriented and innovative Sr. RF Engineer to support business development by analyzing customer and market requirements, comparing them against company capabilities, and recommending new developments. This role also involves sustaining engineering activities and designing new ground-based and airborne microwave and millimeter-wave up-converters, down-converters, and solid-state power amplifiers (SSPAs). Strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team are essential.

What you will do

Product definition: requirements, functions and features, specification, and design objectives of RF assemblies
Configuration, Preliminary and detailed design of RF assemblies including analysis and simulation of RF performance
Oversight of creation of subassembly test plans and procedures
Oversight and participation in integration, test, and qualification of new products and product upgrades
Evaluate customer requirements as they apply to upconverter and downconverter capabilities.

Requirements

Key Competencies:

10 + years of experience with RF circuit design, simulation, prototyping and testing for frequencies ranging from L-band through Ka-band
RF circuit layout and drafting
Documentation of product test procedures
Transfer of products from Engineering to Manufacturing
Follow new technology and research developments in industry and academia
Follow new products and developments from competitors

Requirements:

B.S. in Engineering or Physics with at least 10 years’ experience in RF/microwave communications systems, component design, test and verification, or M.S. and at least 6 years’ experience
Experience with RF/microwave circuit design and test
Analysis and design of frequency conversion components (upconverters and downconverters)
Facility with microwave circuit tools such as Microwave Office
Facility with electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS
Analysis and design of microwave/millimeter-wave Power Amplifiers
Analysis and design of linearizers
Experience with project management, and facility with work breakdown structures, schedules, and tools such as MS Project

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must be able to legally work in the US without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a post offer DOT drug test upon hire.

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What we have for you

Medical, Dental, Vision
401(K) with company contribution
11 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Gym Membership
Ongoing growth & development opportunities + access to continuing education through Coursera
Financial planning assistance through Empower
Legal & Wellness Assistance through LifeCare

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations made by to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties and responsibilities can be changed at any time at management discretion.

Wavestream is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

*** NO RECRUITERS PLEASE

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