Sr. Specialist, RF Engineer
Title: Sr. Specialist, RF Engineer
Salary: $155,000 - $165,000
Location: Greater Baltimore, MD Area (Onsite)
Company Summary:
A specialized engineering organization supporting advanced defense and intelligence applications is seeking a Sr. Specialist, RF Engineer to join their team. This role focuses on the design and development of high-performance RF and microwave systems used in complex signal and radar-based environments. The organization offers a highly technical, collaborative setting with strong visibility into cutting-edge engineering programs.
The Sr. Specialist, RF Engineer will be responsible for:
- RF/Microwave Design - Develop RF and microwave circuitry for receivers, frequency converters, and related systems operating up to 18GHz+ using PCB-based designs.
- System Architecture & Requirements - Support top-level requirements definition and system architecture, including allocation of functional requirements across subsystems.
- Receiver & Signal Chain Development - Design and implement receiver architectures, including frequency planning, filtering, mixing, and frequency generation.
- Technical Analysis - Perform spur analysis, cascade analysis, and design trade-off evaluations to meet performance requirements.
- Technical Contribution & Leadership - Serve as a key design contributor on RF programs, supporting design reviews, customer presentations, and cross-functional engineering efforts.
The Sr. Specialist, RF Engineer should have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline.
- 6+ years of experience in RF/microwave circuit design (or 4+ years with an advanced degree).
- Hands-on experience designing PCB-based RF hardware, specifically supporting receivers and frequency conversion.
- Experience with high-frequency design (GHz range, including up to 18GHz+).
- Strong understanding of receiver design, frequency planning, RF filters, mixers, and PLL-based frequency generation.
- Experience with RF design tools such as Keysight Genesys, OrCAD, MATLAB, SPICE, or similar.
- Ability to contribute both independently and within cross-functional engineering teams.
- Must be eligible to obtain security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
Benefits/Perks:
- Competitive salary + bonus program
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company contribution
- 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
- Exposure to advanced, mission-critical engineering programs
If you're interested in this role please apply below now!
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