Actalent
Job Title: RF Hardware Engineer
Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled RF Engineer with extensive experience in the design and development of advanced RF circuits and products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RF Front End architectures—covering everything between the antenna and the digitizer—and will bring proven expertise in designing up/down converters, amplifiers, filters, and related RF subsystems. Experience in the aerospace and/or defense industry is required.
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and testing of complex RF circuits and subsystems, including up/down converters, power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, filters, and other RF Front End components.
Contribute to system-level architecture decisions, ensuring optimal performance from the antenna through the digitizer.
Develop RF system block diagrams, schematics, and simulations to validate design concepts.
Oversee prototype development, testing, and troubleshooting of RF hardware.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (digital, mechanical, software, and systems) to deliver integrated solutions.
Support design reviews, technical proposals, and documentation in compliance with defense and aerospace standards.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
Engage with customers and internal stakeholders to define requirements and ensure successful program execution.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in RF circuit and product design.
Demonstrated expertise with RF Front Ends (antenna through digitizer).
Strong background in designing RF subsystems such as up/down converters, amplifiers, and filters.
Proficiency with RF design tools (ADS, Microwave Office, HFSS, CST, or similar).
Hands‑on experience with lab equipment such as spectrum analyzers, VNAs, and signal generators.
Prior experience in the aerospace and/or defense industry.
Strong knowledge of RF test methods, compliance standards, and rugged/mil‑spec hardware environments.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with MMIC design (not required but a plus).
Familiarity with system integration of RF modules into larger SATCOM, radar, or EW systems.
Knowledge of industry standards such as MIL‑STD‑810, MIL‑STD‑461, or equivalent.
Work Environment Our client provides solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD) and Aerospace markets across various disciplines. Their Aerospace and Defense division currently provides products and services across four product lines: Advanced Systems, RF Front Ends, Mixed Signal and Digital Solutions.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $72.11 – $86.50/hr. Benefits are subject to change and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. 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 Frederick, MD.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.
Equal Opportunity Employer Actalent 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 due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.
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Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled RF Engineer with extensive experience in the design and development of advanced RF circuits and products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RF Front End architectures—covering everything between the antenna and the digitizer—and will bring proven expertise in designing up/down converters, amplifiers, filters, and related RF subsystems. Experience in the aerospace and/or defense industry is required.
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and testing of complex RF circuits and subsystems, including up/down converters, power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, filters, and other RF Front End components.
Contribute to system-level architecture decisions, ensuring optimal performance from the antenna through the digitizer.
Develop RF system block diagrams, schematics, and simulations to validate design concepts.
Oversee prototype development, testing, and troubleshooting of RF hardware.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (digital, mechanical, software, and systems) to deliver integrated solutions.
Support design reviews, technical proposals, and documentation in compliance with defense and aerospace standards.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
Engage with customers and internal stakeholders to define requirements and ensure successful program execution.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in RF circuit and product design.
Demonstrated expertise with RF Front Ends (antenna through digitizer).
Strong background in designing RF subsystems such as up/down converters, amplifiers, and filters.
Proficiency with RF design tools (ADS, Microwave Office, HFSS, CST, or similar).
Hands‑on experience with lab equipment such as spectrum analyzers, VNAs, and signal generators.
Prior experience in the aerospace and/or defense industry.
Strong knowledge of RF test methods, compliance standards, and rugged/mil‑spec hardware environments.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with MMIC design (not required but a plus).
Familiarity with system integration of RF modules into larger SATCOM, radar, or EW systems.
Knowledge of industry standards such as MIL‑STD‑810, MIL‑STD‑461, or equivalent.
Work Environment Our client provides solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD) and Aerospace markets across various disciplines. Their Aerospace and Defense division currently provides products and services across four product lines: Advanced Systems, RF Front Ends, Mixed Signal and Digital Solutions.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $72.11 – $86.50/hr. Benefits are subject to change and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. 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 Frederick, MD.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.
Equal Opportunity Employer Actalent 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 due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.
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