About the RoleThe Manager of RF Hardware Systems Engineering is a hands-on technical leadership role driving systems engineering for Eridan's radio product lines. This position is ideal for an engineer who wants to stay deeply engaged in RF hardware design-architecture, lab work, and integration-while taking the next step in their career to mentor and manage a small team. You will serve as the engineering owner of system-level specifications, translating customer needs into rigorous deliverables and ensuring seamless alignment across hardware, software, and manufacturing.
Key ResponsibilitiesSystems Engineering & Hands-On Design- Own the architecture, integration, and verification for your product scope. Personally engage in lab work (RF debug, board bring-up) and drive the resolution of cross-subsystem technical issues.
Requirements Ownership- Take full ownership of system-level specifications, serving as the bridge between Solutions Engineering and R&D. Translate operational and customer requirements into rigorous engineering deliverables.
Team Leadership- Step up to manage and mentor a small team of systems engineers (2 - 3 direct reports), taking ownership of their technical guidance and career development.
Cross-Functional Execution- Drive hardware-software alignment by clearly translating hardware design decisions into actionable requirements for software/firmware teams, and coordinate with Test and Operations on qualification activities.
Manufacturing & Vendor Ownership- Define standardized design protocols and conduct thorough internal reviews. Take complete responsibility for production readiness design outcomes, ensuring internal processes set external partners up for success.
Minimum Qualifications- Education: B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience & Leadership: 5+ years in RF systems engineering (at the radio unit, subsystem, or component level) with a strong desire to step into a leadership role and manage a small team
- Hands-on RF Design: End-to-end hardware development experience (schematic to PCB)-featuring circuit-level fluency in transceiver architectures, cellular TDD/FDD systems, layout impedance best practices, and power distribution analysis (not solely system-level oversight)
- Product Lifecycle: Proven track record of navigating the full hardware lifecycle, scaling products from initial conceptual prototypes to robust, high-volume production-ready designs
- Requirements & Integration: Proven ability to translate customer requirements into rigorous engineering deliverables and drive complex hardware/software co-development
- Communication & Assertiveness: Strong communication skills across cross-functional audiences, including the ability to push back and firmly hold a technical position during rigorous systems design meetings
- 5G Radio Hardware: Experience with 5G systems, including O-RAN, small cell, or macro radio architectures
Nice to Have- Experience at a startup or growth-stage hardware company
- Experience with CU/DU/RU integration
- Strong understanding of communications theory
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, C#, MATLAB) for automation and testing
- Familiarity with 3GPP specifications
- Hands-on experience with advanced lab testing equipment (e.g., VNAs, spectrum analyzers)
Perks of working at Eridan- Work on new technology that will make a significant impact on global infrastructure
- Ability to learn, develop, and advance within a flexible environment
- Collaborate with smart, passionate, and helpful co-workers
- Celebrate progress company-wide
- Pre-IPO equity
- 401K with automatic match
- Health, Vision and Dental insurance
Salary RangeGiven our anticipated growth, we are open to hiring individuals with varying levels of experience to fill this role. Salary will be commensurate with job-related skills, experience and other relevant factors. The base salary range for the primary location of this role is between $160,000 and $190,000 plus stock options and benefits.
