--- title: Senior Principal Engineer Payload RF Technical Lead description: BAE Systems is hiring for the Senior Principal Engineer Payload RF Technical Lead role in Boulder, CO. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/senior-principal-engineer-payload-rf-technical-lead-at-bae-systems-01a0e892-a777-773e-8a18-4247a7a5b40a date: 2026-11-14T01:26:00Z og_description: Join BAE Systems as Senior Principal Engineer Payload RF Technical Lead in Boulder, CO. Pays $133K–$226K per year. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/j1yx1u.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [BAE Systems](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/bae-systems?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Broomfield, CO | | **Posted** | Nov 10, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** C- · Some flags. Mostly fine, a few things to check. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** BAE Systems sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 2 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for BAE Systems. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $110,000 – $192,000 a year (median $154,000). ## Description **Minimum $10,000 Sign on Bonus being offered for external hires.**   Join BAE Space & Mission Systems, Inc. at a pivotal moment in our company's history, as we expand our presence in the space-based RF sensor systems market. We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced senior digital receiver engineer to play a critical leadership role in driving the development of cutting-edge RF payload solutions. As a subject matter expert in digital RF receiver/processor electronics, you'll be at the forefront of our efforts to acquire and integrate innovative technologies, shaping the future of our space-based sensor systems and enabling us to deliver unparalleled capabilities to our customers. With a focus on growth and a robust pipeline of opportunities, this role offers a unique chance to make a lasting impact on our portfolio and propel your career forward in a dynamic and rapidly evolving field. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution. **What You’ll Do:**   - Lead RF payload system and box/board level designs and analysis. - Manage suppliers and subcontractors to identify, analyze, procure, and develop state-of-the-art wideband digital RF receiver/processors and systems. - Build relationships and work with teams across key customer, program, and subcontractor personnel. - Use and advance technologies, including: * Ultrawideband ADCs * AI/ML signal processing algorithms * ASICs for digital beamforming/Signal synthesis/modulation/detection/demodulation * Direct-sampling receivers * Heterodyne receivers * HF to MM-Wave receivers - Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. - Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment. - Perform other duties as necessary.   **On-Site Work Environment:** This position requires regular in-person engagement by working **on-site five days** each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required. **Working Conditions:**   - Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment. - May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required. - May access other facilities in various weather conditions. ## Skills - Signal Processing - Algorithms - Beamforming - Site Work - Machine Learning - Personal Protective Equipment ## Related - [More jobs at BAE Systems](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/bae-systems?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Engineering jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Electrical Engineering jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering/electrical-engineering?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [RF Engineer jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering/electrical-engineering/rf-engineer?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Defense and Space](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/aerospace-and-defense/defense-and-space?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 61988 jobs - [Colorado](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/colorado?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 57172 jobs - [BAE Systems](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/bae-systems?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2632 jobs ## Related pages - [Defense and Space](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/aerospace-and-defense/defense-and-space?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 61988 jobs - [Colorado](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/colorado?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 57172 jobs - [BAE Systems](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/bae-systems?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2632 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)