RF Electrical Engineer, Antenna Systems REMOTERole OverviewLead antenna selection and placement across the complete system, including the drone airframe, docks, and ground systems, and support the related PCB design work.
Responsibilities- Select antennas and define placement on the airframe, docks, and ground systems
- Analyze RF performance, coverage, and interference between subsystems
- Design and review RF-related PCB circuitry and layout
- Coordinate antenna mounting and cable routing with mechanical and harness engineers
- Plan and support RF testing and validation; document results
Required Qualifications- BS in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 5+ years of RF engineering experience
- Hands-on antenna selection and integration experience
- PCB design experience (mandatory)
- Strong RF fundamentals: link budgets, impedance matching, radiation patterns
- Familiarity with the aerospace regulatory environment (FAA airworthiness requirements) and RF compliance (e.g., FCC)
Preferred Qualifications- UAV or aerospace product experience
- RF simulation tools (e.g., HFSS, CST)
- RF test equipment: VNA, spectrum analyzer
Salary Range: $140,000-$160,000/KThe actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience