• Develop the technical roadmap for RF components and systems, aligning with the company's product vision. • Architect system-level solutions for plasma-enhanced antenna technology, focusing on performance, scalability, and reliability. • Lead research and development efforts for RFICs, high-power amplifiers, and advanced antenna systems. • Perform advanced modeling and simulation to optimize system performance. • Lead the design and integration of RF modules and subsystems. • Troubleshoot complex RF systems and identify solutions to challenging technical problems. • Mentor junior engineers, fostering technical growth and excellence within the team. • Interface with stakeholders and customers to understand their needs and translate them into technical requirements. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration. • Identify new applications and use cases for core technology. • Evaluate complementary technologies and acquisition opportunities. • Manage intellectual property strategy and patent portfolio. • Foster innovation culture and technical excellence. • Lead systems engineering that integrates electrical engineering and applied plasma physics end-to-end. • Architect modular designs enabling upgrades and software-defined antenna behaviors; drive manufacturability with contract partners. • Lead technical development for the company's primary and secondary products, from concept to prototype to qualification. • Own rapid prototyping cycles: plan experiments, instrument tests, analyze results, and iterate. Build and run a lean lab environment that balances velocity with rigor. • Drive compliance pathways and coordinate with test labs and government partners to qualify systems for operational use. • Act as the senior technical interface to DoD/USG stakeholders and industry partners; communicate clearly and credibly with non-technical decision-makers.