Job Description

Job Title: RF Engineer

Location: Washington DC

Job Type: Long Term Contract

Clearance: Active Secret Clearance

We are looking for a highly capable RF Engineer to lead the design, modeling, and testing of next-generation RF systems. This role is ideal for professionals with deep expertise in RF hardware or propagation modeling, particularly within radar technologies. The position demands hands-on proficiency with RF test equipment and strong MATLAB skills for simulation and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate RF hardware components, with emphasis on radar and communication systems.
• Perform advanced RF propagation modeling, focusing on electromagnetic field behavior beyond standard link budget calculations.
• Develop and execute test plans for radar and countermeasure systems.
• Operate and analyze data from RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators.
• Conduct testing within anechoic chambers and interpret results for system optimization.
• Use MATLAB for RF simulation, modeling, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate RF subsystems into larger platforms.
• Document technical procedures, test results, and engineering findings with precision and clarity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • RF hardware design and component-level testing (radar experience preferred).
  • RF propagation modeling with emphasis on electromagnetic field dynamics.
  • MATLAB-based RF simulation and analysis.
  • Operation of RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers and network analyzers.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with radar systems and signal processing.
• Familiarity with RF system integration, debugging, and performance tuning.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance frameworks for RF systems.

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