Entry- to Mid-Level RF Engineer

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Date Posted:
May 20, 2026

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is in search of an entry to mid-level Electrical Engineer with experience focusing on RF and Microwave hardware design to work primarily on the Iris Radio with our Civil & Commercial Space Division. The Iris Radio is a software defined radio intended for deep space operation to Mars, the Moon, asteroids, and other locations throughout our solar system.

The team is updating the design and expanding the radio’s capabilities.

Candidate experience should be focused on active RF hardware design at the individual component and PCB design. Willingness to learn and expand your knowledge and skills is required. Experience on the test bench to bring life to your designs and to integrate the designs with other team members’ designs is required. SDL has a well-equipped test lab. Knowledge of receiver and LNA design as well as transmitter and SSPA design is a minimum requirement.

Additionally, knowledge of switch mode power supplies, digital control systems, and the RF system testing of the subassemblies and final assemblies is required. Strong work ethic, curiosity, and intelligence will be utilized continuously. Cooperation with others in the team and throughout the lab will be key to your success. There will be other staff members to mentor you. The selected candidate will be considered a key asset to SDL’s mission.

• Has technical responsibility for planning and conducting technical projects or phases of projects
• Coordinates the efforts of technical support personnel, PCB Layout Designers, Technical Writers, and Electrical Technicians as required
• Evaluates vendor capabilities to provide required products or services.
• The ability to follow the leadership of more experienced engineers

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred)
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
• Working knowledge as an Electrical Engineer with an emphasis in RF and related technologies
• Demonstrated broad knowledge, understanding, and perspective of electrical systems and sensors
• Anticipates risks and develops contingency plans to manage them
• Ability to relate well to people at all levels inside and outside of the organization with the ability to preserve relationships, even under difficult or challenging circumstances
• Ability to author written reports and/or professional papers in referred journals

• SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.