Senior Principal RF Engineer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onWest 132nd Street, Hawthorne, Los Angeles County, California, 90250, United States
About CHAOS Industries
CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio designed to deliver domain dominance. Our technology, powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), empowers warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to act faster, adapt rapidly, and stay ahead of evolving threats.
Founded in 2022, CHAOS has raised $1 billion in funding from leading investors including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. We are headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. For more information, visit www.chaosinc.com.
About the Role
As a Sr. Principal RF Engineer, you will serve as the technical authority for high-reliability RF and microwave electronics used in critical aerospace and defense applications. This role spans the full product lifecycle, guiding everything from early architecture and requirements shaping through detailed design, simulation, verification, production support, and fielded system sustainment.
You will be an internally and externally recognized expert, setting technical direction and establishing design practices that drive our mission forward. Your day-to-day involves resolving the most complex RF, microwave, packaging, test, and system integration issues across multiple programs while mentoring the next generation of engineers. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Hawthorne, CA.
Why Join CHAOS?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and growth. This includes medical, dental, and vision benefits paid 100% by the company, a 401(k) with a 50% company match, and a culture that values work-life balance with features like free daily lunch, 'No meeting Fridays,' and unlimited PTO.
Beyond benefits, we provide competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, and relocation assistance. With 250 employees and counting across five global offices, you will join a rapidly growing team at the forefront of defense innovation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CHAOS Industries is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Application Instructions
Recruiting agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: RF Circuit Design, HFSS, Ads, Awr, Altium, PCB Layout, RF Testing, Vna, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required; PhD in Electrical Engineering preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Principal RF Engineer at CHAOS Industries
What does a Senior Principal RF Engineer at CHAOS Industries do?expand_more
In this Senior Principal RF Engineer at CHAOS Industries role, you will lead design, analysis, prototyping, and tuning of complex rf circuit boards incorporating catalog mmics; lead architecture development and component trade studies to meet system-level rf performance requirements; set direction for schematics, layouts, and design documentation in accordance with aerospace standards; and serve as technical authority for linear, nonlinear, and electromagnetic simulations using industry-standard tools.
What are the requirements for this Senior Principal RF Engineer role?expand_more
To qualify for the Senior Principal RF Engineer at CHAOS Industries position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; 15+ years of progressively responsible RF engineering experience; Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; and Advanced Degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or related discipline preferred.
Where is the Senior Principal RF Engineer role at CHAOS Industries located?expand_more
Senior Principal RF Engineer at CHAOS Industries is based in West 132nd Street, Hawthorne, Los Angeles County, California, 90250, United States. This is a on-site role.