RF Engineer (Engineer

• RF 3) HII
• 3.7 New York, NY Job Details Full-time $99,161
• $140,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication RF circuit design Requirements specification Requirements design Equipment troubleshooting Requirements analysis Technical troubleshooting support Systems analysis Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description Date:

Aug 19, 2026

Location:

Syracuse, NY, New York, United States #job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; }

Company:

HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number:

29907

Required Travel:

0

• 10%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range:

$99,161.00

• $140,000.

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Security Clearance:

Ability to

Obtain Level of Experience:

Mid This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. Leadership Mindset at HII

• Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title.

Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People

• Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships
• Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership
• Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First
• Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future
• Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency
• Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Come Join HII! Where Hard Stuff is Done Right! Huntington Ingalls is currently seeking a motivated RF Engineer 3 to work in a team in the development of advanced systems and technology. As part of our Electronic Systems team, located in Syracuse, NY, you will be helping to advance leading edge electronics and communications technologies. We are looking for a candidate who is a self-starter and can work with minimal oversight. The RF Engineer must be a person who thrives on solving challenging technical problems. You will be working in a multi-disciplinary team in the design, development, and delivery of products with a focus on the end user/customer. The RF Engineer will regularly interface with, and coordinate the efforts of, a team consisting of software, hardware, mechanical and product engineers.

Responsibilities:

I want to and can do that! Contribute to RF analysis activities to develop requirements and design specifications Modeling and simulation of complex embedded RF systems Designing, Developing, Documenting, testing RF Circuits and systems, including amplifiers, and antennas Perform hands on testing and troubleshooting of RF systems using a range of equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generator, oscilloscopes and Network analyzers Working with software-defined radio (SDR) systems and interfaces including waveform development and testing Train and mentor junior engineers

Requirements:

I have already done that or have it! 5 years relevant industry experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant industry experience with Masters in related field; 0 years' experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant industry experience.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A team player with the demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional teams. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, management, and peers. Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex RF systems with an aptitude to find creative, logical and effective solutions. Knowledge of RF Circuit Design, including amplifiers, filters and components Experience in RF analysis, requirements derivation, and system design. Preferred Requirements Experience with RF/digital equipment test and measurement techniques Experience with RF Front-end design Familiarity with EW, radar and/or communication technologies. Familiarity with wireless protocol PHY layers. Experience with signal detection, classification, direction finding and geolocation. Experience with MATLAB for modeling and simulation with Simulink experience as a plus. Familiarity with Python or LabVIEW for rapid prototyping features and automating testing. Experience in concept creation and rapid-prototyping a plus. Existing SECRET clearance is a plus. Physical Requirements May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills. Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense

• the data evolution
• by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers.

Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072 HII is more than a job

• it's an opportunity to build a new future.

We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application. Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.