RF Electrical Engineer

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As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

RF Electrical Engineer, Antenna Systems 

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Role Overview

Lead antenna selection and placement across the complete system, including the drone airframe, docks, and ground systems, and support the related PCB design work.

Responsibilities

• Select antennas and define placement on the airframe, docks, and ground systems
• Analyze RF performance, coverage, and interference between subsystems
• Design and review RF-related PCB circuitry and layout
• Coordinate antenna mounting and cable routing with mechanical and harness engineers
• Plan and support RF testing and validation; document results

Required Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of RF engineering experience
• Hands-on antenna selection and integration experience
• PCB design experience (mandatory)
• Strong RF fundamentals: link budgets, impedance matching, radiation patterns
• Familiarity with the aerospace regulatory environment (FAA airworthiness requirements) and RF compliance (e.g., FCC)

Preferred Qualifications

• UAV or aerospace product experience
• RF simulation tools (e.g., HFSS, CST)
• RF test equipment: VNA, spectrum analyzer

Salary Range: $140,000-$160,000/K

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

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