CareerPlan

Sr. Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer

Kirtland AFB, NM, USFull-time$176k–$265k2026-11-02 → 2026-11-11
On-siteCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Sr. RF Engineer supporting the acquisition of critical classified space capabilities for Electromagnetic Warfare and Cyber (EWC) within the National Security Space enterprise.

Role type

Senior IC RF Engineer (Systems Engineering & Acquisition)

Builds

Highly classified space systems for EWC portfolio

Domain

Defense / Aerospace / RF Systems

Required skills

RF systems design, RF test equipment operation, RF test procedures, systems engineering, program management, risk mitigation, technical leadership

Preferred skills

Advanced degree in engineering/science/math, rapid operational systems experience, spectrum management/frequency approval processes, program office experience

Technologies

RF test equipment, backplane communications

Responsibilities

Support program reviews, design, development, test, and transition-to-operations; Act as principal technical representative for Program Manager; Analyze and implement RF designs; Oversee development, test, and manufacture of RF equipment; Witness critical test efforts; Identify risk areas and mitigation efforts; Solicit and oversee subject matter experts from Engineering Technical Group

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership