<p>Developmental Engineer in RF Manufacturing</p> <p>Location: On-site in Palo Alto, CA</p> <p>Department: Engineering</p> <p>Employment Type: Full-Time</p> <p>Pay: $110K to $175K</p> <p>Microwave Power Products, Inc. (MPP), headquartered in Palo Alto, California, is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems focused primarily on communications and defense markets. With a heritage of technological excellence that spans decades, MPP serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial and scientific markets by developing and manufacturing hardware used in the generation, amplification, transmission and reception of microwave signals. As part of the TransDigm (TDG) family, MPP offers the agility of a technically deep manufacturing site backed by the scale and discipline of a global aerospace leader.</p> <p>YOUR DAY TO DAY (Job Summary)</p> <p>Design and development of products across all of our business lines (Gyrotron, Klystron, Traveling Wave Tubes [Coupled Cavity and Helix], Power Grid, and Magnetron). Direct the work of other engineers and technicians. Plans and monitors project costs and schedules interfacing with internal and external customers.</p> <p>WHAT YOU'LL DO (Responsibilities)</p> <ul> <li>Devises the initial concept of the assigned engineering product/project and related components and systems, directs and participates in the overall detailed product design. </li><li>Assumes project responsibility and carries it through various stages of development according to established schedule. </li><li>Performs administrative project tasks such as planning and monitoring schedules and budgets. </li><li>Recognizes design problems and errors and takes corrective action. </li><li>Creates original hardware, circuits, components, software, processes, and models to prove the feasibility of the approach being investigated. </li><li>Conceives, analyzes, prepares and presents proposals for new programs which will lead to new products; organizes and implements or assists in organizing and implementing a thorough R & D program. </li><li>Monitors the technical program or a portion of it to ensure that fundamentals are fully understood; basic problems are solved, and analysis and design approaches are sufficiently rigorous. </li><li>Collaborates with other departments such as purchasing, marketing, service and quality assurance as needed to carry out responsibilities. </li><li>Ensures that all documentation is completed and in proper form. </li><li>Works with manufacturing during pilot run and first production runs to ensure an efficient transition from engineering to production. </li><li>Directs engineering and technical support personnel as required. </li><li>Maintains superior level of technical competence and state of the art awareness. </li><li>Develops cost estimates for products, projects and programs. </li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned </li></ul> <p>YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE THESE PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS</p> <ul> <li>A bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or other related technical discipline plus seven (7) years of experience or an equivalent combination of relevant technical education and experience such as a master's degree plus five (5) years of experience; or a PhD plus two (2) years of experience. </li><li>Requires the demonstrated ability to direct project work. </li><li>Must possess thorough understanding of vacuum tube theory, design, and test along with high voltage equipment and safety practices. </li><li>Good communication skills and manual dexterity required. </li></ul> <p>This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Access to certain controlled information may be limited to individuals who qualify as "U.S. persons" (generally U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and certain protected individuals). Non-U.S. persons may still apply; however to be eligible for the role, access to controlled information may require U.S. government authorization.</p> <p>Applicants must be able to comply with applicable export control requirements. For security clearance position, the candidate must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance as required, holding a security clearance is a plus.</p> <p>WHY ENGINEERS CHOOSE MPP</p> <ul> <li> <p>Work on high-impact, technically challenging products you won't find everywhere</p> </li><li> <p>Real ownership and visibility-your work doesn't disappear into a black box.</p> </li><li> <p>Close collaboration between engineering and manufacturing.</p> </li><li> <p>Long-term stability with room to grow technically and professionally.</p> </li><li> <p>Backed by TransDigm's scale while maintaining a tight-knit, engineering-driven culture.</p> </li></ul> <p>WHAT WE OFFER</p> <ul> <li>Salary range: $110K to $175K annually depending on experience, with candidates possessing 1-2 years of applicable hands-on experience generally aligning toward the higher end of the range. </li><li>Be part of a high-impact engineering team solving real-world technical challenges </li><li>Grow into a Senior Engineer role with increasing leadership and ownership </li><li>Work onsite in a collaborative lab and manufacturing environment where your work directly impacts production </li><li>Contribute to the future of defense and aerospace technology </li><li>Well-structured benefits package including: </li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage </li><li>Generous 401(k) match </li><li>Commuter benefits within the Stanford Research Park </li><li>Complimentary EV charging </li><li>Paid time off and holidays </li><li>Training and opportunities for skill development and growth </li></ul> <p>OUR WORKPLACE COMMITMENT</p> <p>We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to MPP, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. MPP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.</p> <p>MPP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.</p>