RF Engineer

Job title:

RF Engineer

Description

Position Overview

The RF / Microwave Engineer will support the manufacturing of complex, multi-function RF and microwave modules used in demanding, high‑reliability applications. This role focuses on hands-on analysis, troubleshooting, and production support of advanced electronic modules, including amplifiers, mixers, switches, frequency generation, and frequency conversion circuits.

The engineer will work closely with manufacturing, test, and cross‑functional engineering teams to resolve assembly and test issues, ensure product performance, and support high-quality production outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical support to manufacturing operations to troubleshoot and resolve RF/microwave assembly and test issues.

Analyze and troubleshoot complex RF and microwave circuits, including amplifiers, mixers, switches, and frequency generation/conversion circuits.

Perform testing, tuning, and characterization of microwave circuits to meet product specifications.

Review and interpret technical documentation, including specifications, schematic diagrams, and test data.

Collaborate cross‑functionally with hardware engineers, systems engineers, circuit design engineers, technicians, and manufacturing support personnel.

Support root-cause analysis activities and recommend corrective actions to improve yield, performance, and reliability.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment.

Basic Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance required at time of submittal.

Bachelor's degree in RF / Microwave Engineering or a closely related discipline.

1+ years of professional experience in RF/Microwave Engineering.

1+ years of hands-on experience testing, tuning, and troubleshooting microwave circuits.

Working knowledge of RF/microwave test equipment, including:

Network Analyzers

Spectrum Analyzers

Phase Noise Analyzers

Demonstrated ability to review, understand, and apply technical documentation and test data.

Skills

rf, RF microwave engineering, rf testing, RF microwave circuits, HFSS, rf test equipment, electrical engineering

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

Must have active secret clearance

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chelmsford, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $68.00 - $79.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

* Medical, dental & vision

* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

* Short and long-term disability

* Health Spending Account (HSA)

* Transportation benefits

* Employee Assistance Program

* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chelmsford,MA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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