RF Integration Engineer

Overview

itD is seeking an RF Integration Engineer to support the bring-up, simulation, integration, validation, and optimization of next-generation antenna and radio designs. This role plays a critical part in ensuring wireless/RF subsystem performance meets quality and reliability standards while improving testing efficiency through automation. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in RF hardware development, wireless testing, and automation, with a proven ability to deliver accurate performance analysis and technical recommendations.

Location: 100% onsite in San Jose, CA

Pay Rate: $27 - $27.69 (hourly)

We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and more. Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.

• Assist with the bring-up, integration, simulation, and validation of RF and antenna designs throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Test and evaluate wireless/RF subsystem performance against established design specifications and quality metrics.
• Develop and maintain automated test solutions using Python, MATLAB, C++, LabVIEW, or similar tools to improve testing efficiency and repeatability.
• Operate and troubleshoot RF test and measurement equipment, including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers/generators, power meters, traffic generators, and wireless sniffers.
• Generate detailed test reports, analyze performance data, and present findings and recommendations to engineering and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Product Management, Supply Chain, and Compliance teams to support product development and validation efforts.
• Support wireless certification activities, test plan development, and performance verification for wireless technologies and RF subsystems.
• Utilize simulation and design tools to evaluate RF performance and support design optimization activities.

• Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
• Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
• Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material).
• Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
• Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).
• Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required;
  Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in hardware product development, RF testing, and validation.
• Proficiency with one or more automation and software development tools, including Python, C++, MATLAB, and/or LabVIEW.
• Hands-on experience using RF and microwave test equipment, including:
• Network Analyzers
• Spectrum Analyzers
• Power Meters
• Vector Signal Analyzers and Generators
• Traffic Generators
• Wireless Sniffers
• Strong understanding of wireless architectures, including radio front ends, antennas, amplifiers, RF switches, filters, and couplers operating from 450 MHz to 7125 MHz.
• Knowledge of wireless networking concepts, including path loss models, channel models, and traffic generation methodologies.
• Familiarity with RF simulation and design tools such as ADS, CST, HFSS, and schematic/layout tools such as Cadence, or demonstrated willingness and ability to learn.
• Working knowledge of digital and analog electronics and hardware product development life cycles.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical communication skills.

• Experience with wireless technologies including WLAN, Bluetooth/BLE, LTE, 5G FR1, and WPAN.
• Experience developing test plans and supporting global wireless certification processes.
• Experience collaborating with Radio Compliance, RF Design, Hardware Engineering, and cross-functional development teams.
• Ability to perform component-level rework, including 0402 SMT components, and use soldering equipment.
• Experience navigating and manipulating ECAD (PCB/Layout) and MCAD (.stp) files.
• Familiarity with antenna performance characterization and RF system…