RF Systems Architect Commercial Communications

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can’t.

We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

**Job Summary**

We are seeking a highly skilled **RF Systems Engineer** with 8-12 years of experience in designing and developing commercial communications systems, including 4G, 5G, and emerging 6G technologies.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RF system architecture, antenna design, and wireless communication protocols.

This position is based in **Columbus, OH.**

**Responsibilities**

+ Applies multidisciplinary systems engineering skills, compliance, knowledge, and project management experience to design engineering research studies.
+ Determines the appropriate analysis methods, identifies problems, and develops and implements solutions to complex problems.
+ Plans, develops, designs, and manages holistic systems solutions throughout the project lifecycle.
+ Tailors and applies systems engineering techniques and processes to meet project objectives within constraints.
+ Balances systems thinking and systems engineering best practices over the full range of technology maturity levels.
+ Analyzes requirements and system performance.

Applies systems engineering expertise to define cost/benefit and risk/opportunity, develop and analyze alternatives, support decisions, and mitigate risks.
+ Ensures all project or system aspects are considered in totality and integrated.
+ Design and develop RF systems for commercial wireless communications including 4G, 5G, and 6G technologies.
+ Lead antenna design efforts including simulation, prototyping, and performance validation.

+ Perform system-level analysis and modeling of RF communication systems.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF systems into larger platforms.
+ Support product development lifecycle from concept through production.
+ Stay current with advancements in wireless communication technologies and standards.
+ Performs highly complex assignments by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for analysis of requirements and systems performance.
+ Analyzes and interprets complex data.

Takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions.
+ Prepares and presents advanced technical reports and presentations to client, both formal and informal.
+ Conducts and/or leads technical projects or major tasks of technical projects.
+ Recommends modifications and corrections in technical analyses and design to ensure project completion.
+ Prepares technical sections of proposals.

May manage proposals or major sections of large proposals.
+ Builds relationships with internal and external clients.

Prepares and presents final reports to clients and stakeholders.

Communicates with client with regard to the schedule and quality of deliverables.
+ Contributes to IR&D studies.

Works on projects involving innovative methods or applications.
+ Leads IR&D tasks.
+ Supports business development efforts led by others and maintains business interactions with external clients.
+ Contributes to marketing and project development by providing technical expertise and executing responsibilities in client relations.

Investigates new project opportunities.
+ May participate in Battelle-sponsored conferences.
+ Participates in scientific conferences, peer review panels, and increases company visibility through publications.
+ Trains lower-level staff to improve technical development.

Coordinates and provides day-to-day work direction to lower-level staff to support overall project goals.

**Key Qualifications**

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related field.
+ 8–10 years of experience in RF systems engineering with a focus on commercial communications.
+ Strong understanding of wireless communication protocols and standards (4G/5G/6G).
+ Proficiency in RF simulation tools and antenna design software.
+ Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
+ Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

**Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life**
We care about your well-being, not just on the job.

Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

+ **Balance life through a compressed work schedule** : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
+ **Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:** You have options for where and when you work.

Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
+ **Take time to recharge** : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
+ **Prioritize wellness** : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
+ **Better together** : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
+ **Build your financial future** : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan.

For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
+ **Advance your education** : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

**A Work Environment Where You Succeed**
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

+ Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
+ Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
+ Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
+ Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
+ Give back to and improve our communities

**Vaccinations & Safety Protocols**

_Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated.

If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws)._

_Battelle is an equal opportunity employer.

We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law.

Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives.

We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle._

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members.

**No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.**

For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers

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