RF Hardware Engineer

Actalent•Frederick, MD

31d•$72 - $87•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled RF Engineer with extensive experience in the design and development of advanced RF circuits and products. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in RF Front End architectures-covering everything between the antenna and the digitizer-and will bring proven expertise in designing up/down converters, amplifiers, filters, and related RF subsystems. Experience in the aerospace and/or defense industry is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master's preferred).
Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in RF circuit and product design.
Demonstrated expertise with RF Front Ends (antenna through digitizer).
Strong expertise in designing RF subsystems such as up/down converters, amplifiers, and filters.
Proficiency with RF design tools (ADS, Microwave Office, HFSS, CST, or similar).
Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as spectrum analyzers, VNAs, and signal generators.
Prior experience in the aerospace and/or defense industry.
Strong knowledge of RF test methods, compliance standards, and rugged/mil-spec hardware environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MMIC design (not required but a plus).
Familiarity with system integration of RF modules into larger SATCOM, radar, or EW systems.
Knowledge of industry standards such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and testing of complex RF circuits and subsystems, including up/down converters, power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, filters, and other RF Front End components.
Contribute to system-level architecture decisions, ensuring optimal performance from the antenna through the digitizer.
Develop RF system block diagrams, schematics, and simulations to validate design concepts.
Oversee prototype development, testing, and troubleshooting of RF hardware.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (digital, mechanical, software, and systems) to deliver integrated solutions.
Support design reviews, technical proposals, and documentation in compliance with defense and aerospace standards.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
Engage with customers and internal stakeholders to define requirements and ensure successful program execution.