Ideal Innovations, Inc. · 5 hours ago
RF Hardware Engineer
Adelphi, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expIdeal Innovations, Inc. is a company focused on developing advanced systems for threat detection. The RF Hardware Engineer will support the integration and validation of RF hardware platforms, working hands-on with RF measurement and troubleshooting to enhance system performance.
ConsultingCRMInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Pamela Kocher
Responsibilities
Perform system-level integration, testing, and characterization of RF subsystems
Configure and operate RF test and measurement equipment, including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and related lab instrumentation
Characterize RF performance metrics such as gain, noise figure, linearity, phase noise, spurious emissions, and spectral compliance
Work with software-defined radios (SDRs) to evaluate, debug, and optimize RF signal chains in both laboratory and system environments
Support RF system troubleshooting across hardware, firmware, and signal-processing boundaries
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (systems, firmware, DSP, test) to resolve RF performance issues and improve overall system behavior
Document test procedures, results, and recommendations in clear technical reports
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline and 5+ years of experience
Solid foundation in RF and microwave theory, with practical experience at the system level
Demonstrated proficiency using RF lab equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes
Experience working with software-defined radio platforms and RF signal chains
Ability to diagnose and resolve RF performance issues through measurement-driven analysis
US citizenship is required to obtain the necessary US clearance
Preferred
Will consider candidates with advanced degrees (MS or PhD). Salary is commensurate with education and experience
Experience with RF system integration, validation, or test engineering in a prototype environment
Exposure to mixed-signal systems where RF hardware interacts closely with digital and software components
Company
Ideal Innovations, Inc.
Ideal Innovations, Inc, (I-3) is a service disabled veteran-owned firm that provides technology development, consulting and program management to Government, commercial and international customers.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Loran Ambs
Chief Technology Officer
Donald MacGregor Ross
Chief Strategic Growth Officer
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