Sr. RF Engineer

General Summary

The Senior RF Design Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and support of high-performance RF systems and components. This role emphasizes RF signal chain ownership, hands-on schematic and PCB layout work, and lab-based validation, along with supporting existing designs through troubleshooting, updates, and component obsolescence.

The ideal candidate has strong RF fundamentals, practical lab experience, and a proven ability to take designs from concept through production. Most designs operate at 6 GHz and below, with potential exposure to higher-frequency work over time. This is a fully onsite role in Orlando, FL.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

RF Design & Development

• Design and develop RF systems and components across the RF signal chain (e.g., amplifiers, mixers, oscillators, filters, front-end architectures).
• Own schematic capture and PCB layout, with attention to RF best practices.
• Understand and clearly communicate what is happening behind the antenna, including signal flow, gain, noise, and system-level tradeoffs.
• Perform RF simulation and modeling as needed to predict performance and optimize designs.
• Support existing designs through manufacturing troubleshooting and obsolescence management.
• Develop technical documentation, specifications, and design artifacts.
• Design to meet EMC/EMI and environmental requirements.
• Participate in antenna-related discussions as needed, though this role is not antenna-design focused.

Testing & Validation

• Develop and execute RF test plans to validate performance and reliability.
• Perform hands-on RF testing and troubleshooting using:
• Spectrum analyzers
• Network analyzers
• Signal generators
• Apply RF test automation concepts and best practices where applicable.
• Analyze test results and iterate designs to meet system requirements.
• Work extensively in a lab environment, including soldering and hardware bring-up.

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, mechanical) to integrate RF subsystems into complete products.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and manufacturing technicians.
• Support transition from design to production in collaboration with manufacturing teams.
• Help reduce single-thread dependency within the RF design team.

Job Specifications

Basic Qualifications (Must Have)

• Proven track record of leading RF projects from concept through production
• Strong understanding of RF signal chain and link budgets
• Experience with RF simulation tools
• Hands-on schematic capture and PCB layout experience
• Proficiency using Altium Designer
• Strong experience with RF test equipment and troubleshooting techniques
• Comfortable working onsite in a lab-based environment
• Must be a U.S. Person

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
• 7 years of experience in RF design and engineering
• Experience in radio systems, RF test, avionics, or similar domains

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with an RF focus
• Experience designing Software Defined Radios (SDRs)