RF Systems Engineer Job at 3dB Labs (West Chester)

RF Systems Engineer

Amentum is seeking an RF System Engineer to join our team providing laboratory a...

Location

United States , Dahlgren

Salary:

85000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Year

Amentum

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Physics
Three (3) to six (6) years of E3 Specialized EMC, EMV, or HERO engineering experience
Three (3) to six (6) years of experience with conducting and analyzing electronic systems testing
Must be able to obtain and maintain Active Secret US Government Clearance
US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance

Job Responsibility

Performing laboratory work to conduct EMC, EMV, and HERO testing at NSWCDD E3 Test Facilities including anechoic and reverberation chambers
Works closely with other project scientists/engineers/technicians, as well as with Integrated Product Team members at other locations
Supports NSWCDD by providing E3 systems engineering/guidance and requirements traceability for HERO, EMV, and MIL STD 464 test/analysis efforts
Provides system-level E3 Test and Evaluation support for EMC testing and DC magnetics testing
Collaborates with sponsors to provide E3 systems engineering guidance, develop test plans, execute tests, evaluate data, and provide test reports
Test Event Support will include overnight and local day travel to various test sites and vendors

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

Fulltime

Rf Systems Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Radio Frequency (RF) Systems Engineer to join ...

Location

France , Paris; Caen; Grenoble

Salary:

Not provided

SCALINX

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
5+ years of experience in RF systems design and integration for communication systems
Experience in RF system simulation and integration into digital and analog for SoCs
Strong understanding of RF system components, including filters, power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers (LNA), mixers, radio calibration algorithms, and high speed data converters
Proficiency in RF simulation and modeling tools such as MATLAB, ADS, or equivalent
Hands-on experience with RF measurement tools and techniques, including EVM, noise figure, and phase noise testing
Solid understanding of electromagnetic principles and experience working with wireless communication standards such as 4G/5G, Wi-Fi, or satellite communication systems
A proven track record in the system design of several complex high-speed/RF mixed-signal SoC products
Excellent RF, systems and signal processing skills
Able to collaborate cross-functionally and converge on design specifications

Job Responsibility

Develop and define RF system architectures, including level plans, RF chain analysis, and performance specifications, to meet System-on-a-Chip (SoC) product requirements
Analyze and model RF systems, ensuring optimal performance, signal integrity, and minimal interference including circuit impairments over a wide range of conditions and use cases
Perform simulations and system-level analysis to predict and optimize RF system behavior. Develop algorithms and calibration routines
Collaborate with analog mixed-signals (AMS) design and digital engineers to ensure RF systems are correctly implemented and optimized for power, noise, and linearity. Provide block level specifications and/or digital vectors to circuit designers
Conduct system validation and troubleshooting in lab environments using advanced test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and vector network analyzers. Ensure RF systems meet regulatory and performance specifications in real-world environments
Create detailed technical documentation, including system design reports, test plans, and validation procedures
Stay updated on advancements in RF technologies, communication protocols, and standards (e.g., 5G, LTE, satellite communications)

Fulltime

RF Systems Engineer

As an RF Systems Engineer, you will be a key technical leader responsible for RF...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

118600.00 - 174000.00 USD / Year

SimpliSafe

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deep expertise in: Radio and front-end design and validation in 400MHz to 70GHz ISM bands
Encoding methods and modulation schemes such as OFDM, Frequency hopping, QAM, GFSK, UWB, convolution encoding, STBC
RF emission requirements and testing for FCC, ETSI, Radio and Emission qualifications.
Debugging RF issues. Setting up, running and evaluating of TIS, TRP, BER, Return Loss, Desense, radiation patterns, etc
RF simulation tools like CST or HFSS
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in RF/Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
5+ years of progressive experience in RF design, development, and validation, with a proven track record of bringing products to market.
Proficient with the operation of RF instruments such as signal generator, vector network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, power meter, IQxel, etc
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with an ability to tackle complex, ambiguous problems.

Job Responsibility

Own SimpliSafe’s RF performance across products. Optimizing performance for WiFi, BLE, Radar, Proprietary SubG protocols, Wi-SUN, LoRa, etc
Build SimpliSafe’s RF testing capabilities including test plans and equipment selection
Manage ODMs and third-party labs in the design and testing products and antennas
Characterize and compare different wireless chipsets and drive selection
Characterize and compare antenna performances and drive selection
Review PRDs, and author RF technical requirements to meet product requirements.
Root causing RF field related issues.
Work with Electrical Engineers to optimize board layouts for RF and immunity.
Work with Mechanical Engineers to optimize design and mechanical structure for RF
Evaluate and recommend new radio technologies and chipset for SimpliSafe products and roadmap.

What we offer

A mission- and values-driven culture and a safe, inclusive environment where you can build, grow and thrive
A comprehensive total rewards package that supports your wellness and provides security for SimpliSafers and their families
Free SimpliSafe system and professional monitoring for your home.
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together, give opportunities to network, mentor and develop, and advocate for change.

Fulltime

RF Systems Engineer II

Blue Canyon Technologies, RTX's small satellite manufacturer and mission service...

Location

United States , Lafayette

Salary:

80000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Year

Blue Canyon Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years related experience
BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required
Experience as a spacecraft systems engineer, RF subsystem engineer, RF subsystem test engineer, RF design engineer, or ground system engineer operating spacecraft on orbit
Experience in RF system design or RF system testing
Experience with RF test equipment including power meters, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers and RF modems
Must be able to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
Knowledge of all phases of the program life cycle (business development, mission formulation, requirements flow-down, manufacturing, integration and test, and on-orbit operations)
Knowledge of space communication system design, link budget analysis, component specification/procurement, RF system testing and on-orbit operations
Ability to develop RF communications designs across a diverse set of customer needs with support from domain experts
Ability to work with moderate supervision on projects involving both small and large engineering teams

Job Responsibility

Detail-oriented, good at problem-solving and skilled at prioritizing time
Competent with RF Systems requirements development, verification techniques, subsystem design and link analyses
Competent with RF Systems layout and impacts to other subsystems and familiar with standard configuration and interfaces
Competent with the RF subsystem component details. Beginning to interact with hardware suppliers with oversight
Growing expertise in RF subsystem testing, competent with performing RF testing, NCR troubleshooting, reviewing test results and creating test reports. Leaning to support system level tests that include use of the RF system
Competent with mission concept of operations, updating the space-to-ground ICD and providing lead RF support to mission operations
Communicates with contacts inside and outside the RF Systems team to explain and interpret processes and procedures and to solve tactical issues
Developing skills necessary for effective interactions across teams
Apply company process to solve routine issues and able to navigate some more complex issues with some oversight
Comfortable with public speaking. Able to confidently present to BCT peers and standard material to customers

What we offer

Employer sponsored health, dental, and vision benefits effective the first of the month following hire date
Life insurance
401k (matching 4% with a minimum 5% contribution)
Generous PTO (3 weeks of vacation + 3 floating holidays, 2 weeks of sick time, 7 paid holidays throughout the year) and parental leave

Fulltime

Sr. RF Systems Engineer

Blue Canyon Technologies, RTX's small satellite manufacturer and mission service...

Location

United States , Lafayette

Salary:

108000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

Blue Canyon Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of related experience
BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required
Experience as a spacecraft systems engineer, RF subsystem engineer, RF subsystem test engineer
Skilled with RF system design or RF system testing
Demonstrated capability in the use of RF test equipment including power meters, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers and RF modems
Strong systems engineering skills in RFI/EMI and mitigation
Must be able to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
Experience in all phases of the program life cycle (business development, mission formulation, requirements flow-down, manufacturing, integration and test, and on-orbit operations)
Experience in space communication system design, link budget analysis, component specification/procurement, RF system testing and on-orbit operations
Ability to conceive and develop RF communications designs across a diverse set of customer needs

Job Responsibility

Detail-oriented and learning big-picture view, skilled at problem-solving and prioritizing time
Competent with RF Systems requirements development, verification techniques, subsystem design and link analyses, with growing ability to teach others these skills
Competent with RF Systems layout and impacts to other subsystems, skilled in the standard configuration and interfaces, with growing ability to assess non-standard configurations and interfaces and the impacts to other systems
Experienced with the RF subsystem component details and understands how changes may impact the system
Regular interaction with hardware suppliers and BCT subcontracts with minimal oversight
Develop hardware procurement documentation
Skilled with RF subsystem testing, efficiency improvements, performing RF testing, leading RF NCR investigations, reviewing test results and creating test reports
Provide valuable input to system level tests that make use of the RF system
Ensure testing follows all safety guidelines. Creates and modifies test plans, can tailor testing for specific program requirements for efficiency and continuous improvement
Skilled with mission concept of operations including identification of problems, able to compose new space-to-ground ICD and providing lead RF support to mission operations across diverse missions

What we offer

Employer sponsored health, dental, and vision benefits effective the first of the month following hire date
Life insurance
401k (matching 4% with a minimum 5% contribution)
Generous PTO (3 weeks of vacation + 3 floating holidays, 2 weeks of sick time, 7 paid holidays throughout the year) and parental leave

Fulltime

Senior RF Systems Engineer

As a Staff RF Systems Engineer, you will be a key technical leader responsible f...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

118600.00 - 174000.00 USD / Year

SimpliSafe

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deep expertise in: Validating radio and front-end performance across 400MHz to 70GHz bands, with a specific focus on high-reliability consumer electronics
Proven ability to translate Product Requirements into technical RF specifications
Advanced skills in debugging desense, interference, and coexistence issues in multi-radio environments
Encoding methods and modulation schemes such as OFDM, Frequency hopping, QAM, GFSK, UWB, convolution encoding, STBC
Expert-level operation of VNA, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, and Wideband Radio Communication Testers (i.e. IQxel, LitePoint, or Rohde & Schwarz)
RF emission requirements and testing for FCC, ETSI, Radio and Emission qualifications
Debugging RF issues. Setting up, running and evaluating of TIS, TRP, BER, Return Loss, Desense, radiation patterns, etc
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in RF/Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field
5+ years of progressive experience in RF design, development, and validation, with a proven track record of bringing products to market
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with an ability to tackle complex, ambiguous problems

Job Responsibility

Establish and maintain the performance metrics for all wireless protocols (Wi-Fi, BLE, Radar, and Sub-GHz), ensuring they align with product requirements
Build SimpliSafe’s RF testing capabilities including test plans and equipment selection
Lead and audit ODM design partners through the test and qualification phases. Review their test reports with a critical eye to ensure no corner cases are missed
Lead the characterization of wireless chipsets and antenna systems to validate vendor claims and ensure suitability for SimpliSafe’s unique hardware constraints
Act as the RF consultant to Electrical and Mechanical teams, validating that board layouts and mechanical enclosures don't degrade RF integrity
Review PRDs, and author RF technical requirements to meet product requirements
Drive the development of automated test scripts to increase validation coverage and repeatability
Root causing RF field related issues

What we offer

A mission- and values-driven culture and a safe, inclusive environment where you can build, grow and thrive
A comprehensive total rewards package that supports your wellness and provides security for SimpliSafers and their families
Free SimpliSafe system and professional monitoring for your home
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together, give opportunities to network, mentor and develop, and advocate for change
Participation in our annual bonus program, equity, and other forms of compensation, in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and lifestyle benefits

Fulltime

RF Systems Engineer – SatCom

In this role, the successful candidate will function as a subject-matter expert ...

Location

Canada , Ontario

Salary:

115000.00 - 145000.00 USD / Year

Myticas Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field, with concentration in RF engineering, antenna or microwave theory, digital communications, and/or digital signal processing
Minimum of 10 years of directly relevant professional experience aligned with the responsibilities outlined above
Demonstrated background in digital communication systems including spread-spectrum methods, single- and multi-carrier architectures, and modulation techniques such as PSK, APSK, and QAM
Practical experience with industry modulation standards including DVB-S2X and DVB-RCS2, as well as hands-on use of Adaptive Coding and Modulation (ACM) strategies
Proven capability in modelling and simulating RF communication systems using advanced analytical tools such as Python, MATLAB, or equivalent platforms

Job Responsibility

Evaluate and refine link budgets, conduct system-level trade studies, and model signal degradation factors to accurately simulate and assess communications system performance
Collaborate with system architects, RF and antenna specialists, and ground station engineers to allocate functions between hardware and software components while optimizing overall system efficiency and performance
Develop high-level technical specifications for RF links, antenna subsystems, and related components, while responding to evolving requirement changes. Prepare, review, and validate test plans, procedures, and outcomes to ensure adherence to defined specifications
Measure, interpret, and report on system performance metrics, maintaining detailed performance budgets for critical system elements
Provide expert technical input to regulatory, coordination, and market-access initiatives, and offer mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers. Periodically prepare and deliver technical briefings or presentations to professional audiences

Fulltime

Senior RF Systems Engineer

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build...

Location

United States , Atlanta

Salary:

138550.00 - 187450.00 USD / Year

Hermeus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
4+ years of professional experience designing and testing electrical, antenna and/or RF hardware and systems
Experience with RF/Antenna Systems in L/S/C/Ku and Ka-Band frequencies
Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns

Job Responsibility

Simulate/model RF hardware for communication systems and sensors/instruments
Develop test concepts and test procedures for RF and Environmental testing, including far field and near field measurements (plus vibration, shock, thermal and thermal vacuum)
Define hardware architecture and specifications for the RF system blocks, interfaces, and housing. Design, build and test microwave circuits and assemblies
End-to-end design validation and testing of RF product performance. Lead and conduct troubleshooting or root cause hardware performance challenges
Work with manufacturing and production teams on procuring and integrating quality RF module and antenna subsystems into our aircraft
Perform data analysis of RF systems, generate documentation/slides and present results to team

What we offer

100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Unlimited PTO
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
End of Year Bonuses
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
Paid Parental Leave

Fulltime

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