A Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer works with technology and electronic equipment that uses radio waves, from cell phones to radio stations. Designs, installs, and repairs systems and equipment that transmit radio signals. May specialize in design or maintenance; may focus on the design of transmission equipment, such as radio antennae, or manage larger systems such as networks of cell phone towers.
$127,726 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
RF Engineer at i3 RF Engineer at i3 in Washington, Washington DC Posted in 1 day ago.
Job Description:
Overview i3 has an exciting opportunity for a RF Engineer to support the Naval Research Laboratory, Tactical Electronic Warfare Division. The TEWD's mission is to protect the warfighter from emerging threats by advancing electronic warfare (EW) through RDT&E of current and future technologies. Pay Range $88,000 - $163,000 The pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, geographic location, and any applicable laws. Responsibilities Design, develop, integrate, and test RF subsystem in seekers for threat simulators. Perform analysis of emerging RF seeker threats and report findings to internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications Required:
BS or MS degree in electrical engineering, physics, or related field. Minimum two (2) years of experience. Experience with RF subsystem design. Modeling and simulation of RF components. Experience with RF front end design (e.g. antenna design). Laboratory experience with RF equipment.
Desired:
Five (5) years of experience. Experience supporting anechoic chamber operations. Experience with digital signal processing in radar applications. RF test and evaluation using laboratory equipment (e.g. Keysight ADS, spectrum analyzer). Experience with RF antennas and beamforming networks. MATLAB application in simulation and data analysis.
Security Clearance:
Active Secret clearance. About i3 i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers. Perks of being a team member owner include: Long-term financial security Higher job satisfaction Greater job security Personal and professional growth Great company culture Other outstanding benefits: Excellent insurance coverage 401(k) match Generous PTO Health and wellness incentives Tuition and certification reimbursement Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!
