FIRST RF · 2 months ago
Embedded Systems Engineer
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelFIRST RF is a fast-growing, multi-discipline, privately owned small business focused on engineering and manufacturing of advanced technologies, specifically in antennas and radio frequency (RF) systems. In this role, you will design and test embedded electronics for advanced active RF prototypes and products, collaborating with engineers across disciplines to ensure successful product development.
Consumer ElectronicsElectronicsManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and test embedded electronics for advanced active RF prototypes and products
Develop and test firmware to support hardware architecture, integration, and verification
Perform hands-on characterization and validation using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, and other electronic test equipment
Participate in schematic capture, PCB layout reviews, and board bring-up activities
Collaborate closely with Project Managers, RF Engineers, and Mechanical Engineers
Support troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and iterative design improvements across the full product lifecycle
Document design decision, test results, and technical findings for internal teams, management, and external customers
Contribute to high-level system design as experience grows
Assist in developing automated test set-ups and data analysis workflows to improve engineering efficiency
Qualification
Required
Must have U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
Must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Experience designing and troubleshooting analog and digital circuits
Experience with microcontroller programming in C
Proficiency with electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to peers, management, and customers
Preferred
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Experience with real time operating systems for embedded systems
Experience in digital design using Verilog and/or VHDL
Experience with printed circuit board layout and assembly
Proficiency in Python for automating test equipment and data analysis
A proven capacity to contribute to multidisciplinary engineering projects
Past experience with Altium Designer
Experience with RF devices and test equipment
Benefits
Four weeks of PTO each year
Flexible scheduling
Hybrid work
Tuition reimbursement
Up to 6% 401(k) match
Healthcare, dental, and vision plans
Company
FIRST RF
FIRST RF is a product-development company specializing in advanced antennas and RF systems.
Founded in 2003
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Chad Burge, MBA, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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