Senior RF Systems Engineer
Core
Design, build, test, and integrate RF hardware and systems for high-speed aircraft and ground stations to support defense aviation missions.
Role type
Senior RF Systems Engineer (Hardware/Systems)
Builds
RF communication systems, sensors, microwave circuits, and antenna subsystems for aircraft and ground stations
Domain
Defense aviation, high-speed aircraft systems, RF engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
RF system architecture, microwave circuit design, RF hardware testing, simulation/modeling, troubleshooting, data analysis, documentation
Preferred skills
Electromagnetic propagation theory, digital modulation (QAM, BPSK, QPSK), test equipment automation, prototyping/soldering, regulatory filing support, airborne vehicle integration, agile development, Python scripting
Technologies
VNA, spectrum analyzers, RF power meters, HFSS, MIL-STD-461, FCC/FAA/AFTRCC compliance tools
Responsibilities
Simulate/model RF hardware for communication systems and sensors; Develop test concepts and procedures for RF and environmental testing; Define hardware architecture and specifications for RF system blocks; Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for hardware performance; Integrate RF modules and antennas with manufacturing teams; Perform data analysis and present results to the team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
