Stealth Talent Solutions · 1 day ago
Sr. RF Engineer
Stealth Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior RF Design Engineer responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting high-performance RF systems and components. The role involves RF signal chain ownership, hands-on schematic and PCB layout work, and lab-based validation, along with troubleshooting and updates of existing designs.
Responsibilities
Design and develop RF systems and components across the RF signal chain (e.g., amplifiers, mixers, oscillators, filters, front-end architectures)
Own schematic capture and PCB layout, with attention to RF best practices
Understand and clearly communicate what is happening behind the antenna, including signal flow, gain, noise, and system-level tradeoffs
Perform RF simulation and modeling as needed to predict performance and optimize designs
Support existing designs through manufacturing troubleshooting and obsolescence management
Develop technical documentation, specifications, and design artifacts
Design to meet EMC/EMI and environmental requirements
Participate in antenna-related discussions as needed, though this role is not antenna-design focused
Develop and execute RF test plans to validate performance and reliability
Perform hands-on RF testing and troubleshooting using:
Spectrum analyzers
Network analyzers
Signal generators
Apply RF test automation concepts and best practices where applicable
Analyze test results and iterate designs to meet system requirements
Work extensively in a lab environment, including soldering and hardware bring-up
Work closely with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, mechanical) to integrate RF subsystems into complete products
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and manufacturing technicians
Support transition from design to production in collaboration with manufacturing teams
Help reduce single-thread dependency within the RF design team
Qualification
Required
Proven track record of leading RF projects from concept through production
Strong understanding of RF signal chain and link budgets
Experience with RF simulation tools
Hands-on schematic capture and PCB layout experience
Proficiency using Altium Designer
Strong experience with RF test equipment and troubleshooting techniques
Comfortable working onsite in a lab-based environment
Must be a U.S. Person
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
7+ years of experience in RF design and engineering
Experience in radio systems, RF test, avionics, or similar domains
Preferred
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with an RF focus
Experience designing Software Defined Radios (SDRs)
Company
Stealth Talent Solutions
Stealth Talent Solutions is a next-gen, technology-driven recruiting firm that’s reimagined what working with an agency should look like.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase