RF Design Engineer (Compact RF Power Amplifier

Remote RF Design Engineer (Compact RF Power Amplifier)

The RF Design Engineer will be responsible for designing an active RF power amplifier with a power output ranging from 10 to 20 watts. This role involves developing designs from scratch while managing the entire design cycle within a frequency range of 30-2600 MHz. The position is suited for those who can work within a moderately SWaP-constrained design environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design a compact RF power amplifier with a power output of 10-20 watts.
• Work with frequency ranges from 30 MHz to 2600 MHz.
• Engage in ultra-high efficiency power amplifier design.
• Design sub-band filters.
• Implement limited mixed signal design using small FPGAs on RF printed circuit boards (PCBs).
• Collaborate closely within a heavy engineering design and manufacturing environment.

Essential

Skills:

• 15+ years of RF Hardware Design Experience.
• Proficiency in schematic, electrical engineering, and digital electronics.
• Expertise in hardware and digital circuit design.
• Experience with ultra-high efficiency power amplifier design.
• Familiarity with mixed signal design using small FPGAs.

Additional Skills &

Qualifications:

• Experience with small FPGAs for basic control is a bonus.
• Experience in a sr. level role involving RF power amplifier design.

Work Environment:

The role is based in a heavy engineering design and manufacturing environment where all products are designed and manufactured in-house. The company works on cutting-edge tactical radios for military applications, contributing to the safety of military and law enforcement personnel.

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Germantown, MD.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $72.00 - $96.00/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 remote position.

Final date to receive applications:

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.