Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer

Arcfield

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
  • 10+ years of RF engineering experience with a focus on range safety.
  • Proficient in RF hardware and software systems design.
  • Skilled in using RF test equipment like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.
  • Familiar with MRTFB range safety standards and RCC regulations.
  • Experience in ICBMs and UAVs operations and test practices.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
  • Secret clearance required; up to 25% travel may be necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Design and integrate RF systems for range safety solutions.
  • Review and refine system requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Build and test prototype RF systems to confirm design effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to develop system architectures.
  • Translate operational needs into functional technical solutions.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on innovative Range Safety solutions.
  • Engagement with a variety of government stakeholders and engineers.
  • Collaborative work environment focusing on cutting-edge RF technology.
  • Potential for career growth within a specialized consulting firm.
  • Ability to contribute to critical defense and safety programs.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

THIS POSITION IS FOR STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGY CONSULTING- STC, An Arcfield Company

Strategic Technology Consulting (STC), an Arcfield Company, is seeking an experienced Radio Frequency (RF) engineer with strong technical depth in design and test of RF systems to support innovative Range Safety solutions for Major Range and Test Facility Bases (MRTFBs). This role requires analytical skills to design RF systems as part of the Range Safety solutions.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and integrate RF systems as part of range safety solutions.
  • Review and refine system requirements throughout the lifecycle, ensuring traceability, verification, and compliance with program objectives.
  • Design, build, and test prototype RF systems to verify and validate the design solution as it matures to production.
  • Collaborate with mission engineers, platform architects, and government stakeholders to translate operational needs into executable system architectures and integrated technical solutions.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • BS 8-10, MS 6-8, PhD 3-5 (Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline (Master's degree preferred)).
  • 10+ years of relevant RF engineering experience, with demonstrated range safety knowledge.
  • Experience with RF hardware and software.
  • Experience with RF test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator.
  • Familiarity with MRTFB range safety standards and regulations including Range Commanders Council (RCC) requirements.
  • Knowledgeable about MRTFB operations and flight test practices for intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills.
  • Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance.
  • Ability to travel up to 25%

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