Circet USA · 3 hours ago
RF Engineer Principal
US-MD-Annapolis
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $191K/yr
10+ years expCircet USA is the leading provider of Network Services in North America, specializing in engineering and construction services for wireless networks. The Principal RF Engineer will design and develop RF systems, oversee their integration, and ensure performance meets project requirements while providing technical leadership and customer support.
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Responsibilities
RF System Design: responsible for designing and developing RF systems for a variety of applications, including wireless communications, radar, and satellite communications
Technical Leadership: Will provide technical leadership and guidance to other RF engineers, ensuring that designs meet performance requirements and are delivered on time and within
System Integration: Will work closely with other engineers to integrate RF systems with other components, including hardware and software
Test and Evaluation: Will oversee the testing and evaluation of RF systems, ensuring that they meet performance requirements and are reliable and efficient
Troubleshooting: Will be responsible for troubleshooting and resolving complex RF design and testing issues and providing technical support to other engineers and technicians
Documentation: Will be responsible for creating and maintaining technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports
Innovation: expected to stay up to date with the latest developments in RF technology, and to incorporate new and innovative ideas into
Customer Interaction: Work closely with customers to understand their requirements and to provide technical expertise and support throughout the development process
Project Management: Responsible for managing projects, including defining project scope, developing schedules, and ensuring that project deliverables are met on time and within
Mentoring: responsible for mentoring and training other engineers, helping to develop their technical skills and knowledge
Adhere to, promote, and accept personal responsibility for compliance to:
Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations
Industry Consensus Standards
Circet USA Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual
Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required
At least 10-15 years of experience in RF design, analysis, and testing is required
Strong technical background in RF design, analysis, and testing is required as well as proficiency in using software tools such as MATLAB, ADS, and HFSS
Experience with network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and other RF test equipment is also important
Strong leadership skills and experience leading teams of engineers and technicians
Experience in project management, including defining project scope, developing schedules, and ensuring that project deliverables are met on time and within budget
Excellent communication skills to work with cross-functional teams, including hardware, software, and system engineers
Ability to clearly articulate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong problem-solving skills, as the position is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving complex RF design and testing issues
Strong attention to detail, as even small design or testing errors can have significant consequences in RF systems
Have a passion for innovation and keeping up with the latest developments in RF technology
Preferred
Certifications such as Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) or National Instruments Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) can be a plus, although not always required
A RF Principal may be required to have security clearances for certain government or defense-related projects
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Digital Health & Wellness Support
Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Insurance
Short-term & Long-term disability
Group term & Voluntary life insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Paid Time Off & 401K
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Company
Circet USA
Circet USA is a network services provider, with tailored services including the design, engineering, construction. It is a sub-organization of Circet.
1001-5000 employees
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