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Senior RF Engineer
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What they do
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.
$119,952 / year median in New York
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Senior RF Engineer
Metrea Aviation Management
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Victor, New York
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PERMANENT
Updated 09/04/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Company Overview
Metrea delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across five domains and more than a dozen mission areas. These include airborne ISR, electronic warfare, secure communications, aerial refueling, special air missions, aerial firefighting, and advanced simulation.
We own the whole stack:
designing, building, and operating turnkey capabilities that give our partners decisive, asymmetric advantage against rapidly evolving threats.
Our operating model is built around three interlocking pillars. The Support Groups provide a global shared-service - spanning people, finance, platform, operations, legal, and engagement. This frees up our Core Groups, who develop and own mission capabilities end-to-end, to focus entirely on delivery. The Market Groups apply a regional lens, ensuring that our agile and adaptable capabilities remain aligned to the wicked problems that matter most to our partners across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific.
At the heart of our model is a simple but powerful idea: be a true partner with skin in the game. Our partners need effects, not just equipment. By owning the full stack - from the lab to the field - we are able to drive a continuous cycle of innovation that keeps our partners ahead. Its a fast-moving, intellectually demanding environment where talented people are given real responsibility, work on problems that matter, and contribute to an enterprise that is growing quickly and deliberately.
Headquartered in Washington, DC, with facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, as well as Continental Europe and Asia-Pacific.
Group& Overview
Electromagnetic and Cyber Group (EM&C) is responsible for developing flexible and survivable advanced electronic warfare and secure communications equipment while providing the industry's leading signals intelligence, electronic warfare, and cyber experts. Metrea specializes in signal classification, direction finding, advanced geolocation techniques, and waveform development including waveforms for MANET and LPI/LPD applications. Metrea also develops special purpose radios for government customers and licenses DF and geolocation solutions to multiple OEMs.
Position Summary
As a Senior RF Engineer, you will drive the design, development, testing, and debugging of advanced RF systems. This role requires a proven leader with deep technical expertise in RF engineering and a track record of guiding projects from initial prototype through full-rate production. The ideal candidate will work both independently and as a team leader, demonstrating hands-on proficiency while mentoring junior engineers and setting a high standard for design and development practices.&
What Youll Do
Design& and& develop& low& SWaP& (Size, Weight, and Power)& transceivers,& receivers, and power& amplifiers& for military communication& and& RF& sensing systems
Collaborate with a team of fellow RF and Digital engineers to resolve RF system challenges Work with cross-functional teams in the development of new products, taking them from prototype to full-rate production Drive process improvements, enhancing design efficiency, product quality, and manufacturability
Participate in and lead design reviews, ensuring adherence to best engineering practices Mentor junior engineers, fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing &
What You Bring
Bachelor's or& Master's in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a related field 7+ years' experience in RF hardware development. Strong grasp of RF including receivers, power amplifiers and antenna design concepts
Ability to perform cascade analysis of RF transceiver systems. Experience with RF circuit design software such as ADS/MWO and schematic capture tools such as OrCAD or DxDesigner Strong proficiency& in RF simulation and modeling tools (e.g., HFSS, ADS, CST, MATLAB) Ability to design general analog circuitry, power supplies& and RF/Digital interfaces.
Proficient at& RF and high-speed PCB layout including material& selection, EM simulation and shielding. Knowledge of modern communication systems concepts (RF, IF/IQ, time/frequency domains, modulation). Strong understanding of product development life cycles, from concept to full-rate production &
Benefits
Comprehensive medical plan options
HSA/FSA accounts
Dental and vision coverage
6 employer 401(k) match
Fully paid parental leave for all new parents
Generous PTO
Life and disability insurance
Long-term and Short-term disability coverage
AD&D Coverage
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub Work Authorization / Security Clearance
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must be a U.S. citizen
This position requires eligibility to obtain a SECRET clearance. U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with federal requirements
AAP/EEO Statement
Metrea Advanced Signals LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Position& Type& and& Expected& Hours& of& Work
This is a full-time exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs.&
Work Environment
This job operates in an office setting. Travel
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Fitness Centers/Gyms
- Health and Wellness Programs