CareerPlan

RF Systems Engineer- Wireless and Satellite Communications

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS, USFull-time$104k–$174k2026-10-21 → 2026-11-10
On-siteCitizens only

Core

Design, model, integrate, and field test next-generation wireless communication systems including HF radio networks, 5G non-terrestrial networks (NTN), and satellite-based links.

Role type

Senior RF Systems Engineer (Wireless and Satellite Communications)

Builds

Next-generation wireless communication systems, HF radio networks, 5G NTN, and satellite-based links

Domain

Defense / Aerospace / Telecommunications

Required skills

RF circuit and antenna design, Digital signal processing, FPGA/HDL design, Communications networking, RF test equipment proficiency, System modeling and simulation

Preferred skills

5G NTN and SATCOM experience, Hardware/software co-design, Software-defined radio (SDR), Python/C/C++/MATLAB for RF systems

Technologies

FPGA, VHDL, Verilog, Python, C/C++, MATLAB, Spectrum analyzers, Vector network analyzers, Signal generators

Responsibilities

Develop signal processing chains (sampling, equalization, modulation/demodulation, FEC) in software or FPGA; Design and implement communications networking software and protocols; Design, assess, and develop RF circuits, antennas, and components; Test low- and high-power RF and analog circuits in lab and field; Prepare and deliver technical presentations and documentation.

Seniority

Mid-Senior level, hands-on IC