Electrical Engineering/Radiofrequency – Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryLivermore, California, United States
Posted January 20, 2026
122028 - 143328 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is a premier applied-science research facility under the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration, dedicated to safeguarding national security through advanced science, technology, and engineering. The laboratory’s core focus spans counterterrorism, nonproliferation, defense, intelligence, energy, and environmental stewardship, leveraging high-performance computing, additive manufacturing, and cutting-edge physics and chemistry research. LLNL’s interdisciplinary approach—combining mathematics, engineering, and fundamental science—enables breakthroughs that support stockpile stewardship and global security initiatives. Renowned for its world-class facilities, the laboratory is often called the "smartest square mile on Earth," reflecting its culture of excellence, integrity, and collaborative innovation.
Job Description
Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in radiofrequency devices and systems. This position is in the Materials Engineering Division (MED), within the Engineering Directorate.
Requirements
- Conduct research in and development of radiofrequency and pulsed power systems.
- Design, build, and test radiofrequency devices and components such as transistors, amplifiers, circulators, antennas, non-linear transmission lines, and oscillators.
- Work closely with an interdisciplinary team consisting of engineers, technicians, and integration experts from LLNL in all aspects of device and system development, to complete project goals.
- Publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals and present results at external conferences seminars and/or technical meetings.
- Pursue independent (but complementary) research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally.
- Perform all assignments safely in accordance with ES&H, security, and business practice requirements and policies.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.
Benefits
- Flexible Benefits Package
- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)