Radio Frequency Microwave Design Engineer

Digital Prospectors
United States, Massachusetts, Lexington
Jun 03, 2025
Position:Radio Frequency Microwave Design Engineer Location:Greater Boston, MA (Hybrid - 4 days onsite) Length:3+ years W2 Candidates Only, No C2C, USC Job Description:* Our client is seeking a highly motivated Radio Frequency (RF) Microwave Design Engineer to join their multidisciplinary engineering team. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the design and development of cutting-edge RF systems and components within a highly technical and mission-driven environment. The selected candidate will play a key role in shaping next-generation wireless and electromagnetic capabilities for strategic applications. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to): Design, develop, and test RF and microwave systems, components, and circuits, including antennas, transmitters, receivers, frequency synthesizers, and related subsystems. Perform system- and circuit-level analysis, simulation, schematic capture, component selection, and layout support. Develop and execute test plans and troubleshooting procedures for RF subsystems and hardware. Participate in technical reviews, requirements analysis, and interface definitions. Design RF components ensuring compliance with Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), safety, thermal management, and manufacturability requirements. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate RF systems into larger architectures. Maintain accurate documentation of designs, development activities, and system performance data. Support field test deployments and experimental design efforts as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent experience. Strong knowledge of RF and analog circuit design, including power conversion circuits. Hands-on experience with transmitter and receiver chains in wireless communications systems. Proficient in RF lab practices and operation of test equipment (i.e., oscilloscopes, spectrum/network analyzers, and waveform generators). Experience with MATLAB, Python, and gnu radio for signal processing and system modeling. Background in Software-Defined Radios (SDRs) or equivalent RF systems. Ability to work independently and resolve complex technical challenges efficiently. Familiarity with RF phenomenology and unintended emissions, along with hands-on experience installing, deploying, and testing RF systems in field environments is highly preferred. An interest in field test deployments and experimental design is highly valued. Strong documentation skills and the ability to maintain accurate records of designs, procurements, and system logistics is a plus. Due to the nature of the work, an Interim clearance is required, however the candidate will need to obtain a Top-Secret clearance (active Top-Secret clearance is a plus). Selected candidate will be subject to a post offer background check and must be able to maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance. Digital Prospectors is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, relegation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; US citizenship is required. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment. Make this your next career move as one of our many long-term contractors or employees! Work as our full-time employee with full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, PTO, etc.) - OR - work as a W2 hourly contractor at a higher pay rate if you don't need the benefit package. Come see why DPC has achieved: 4.9/5 Star Glassdoor rating and the only staffing company (< 1000 employees) to be voted in the national Top 10 'Employee's Choice - Best Places to Work' by Glassdoor. Voted 'Best Staffing Firm to Temp/Contract For' seven times by Staffing Industry Analysts as well as a 'Best Company to Work For' by Forbes, Fortune and Inc. magazine. www.LoveYourJob.com