Contract Antenna Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Kforce's client, a growing engineering technology company in Orem, UT, is seeking a Senior RF Design Engineer (Antennas). We are working directly with the hiring manager on this exclusive search assignment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the design and development of advanced phased array antennas, including both active and passive systems
* Design antenna elements, array architectures, feed networks, and beamforming subsystems
* Perform electromagnetic (EM) simulations using tools such as HFSS, CST, ADS, or FEKO
* Develop and optimize beam steering, sidelobe suppression, calibration, and array performance techniques
* Conduct link budget analysis and system-level performance evaluations
* Collaborate cross-functionally with RF, microwave, DSP, and systems engineering teams
* Drive prototyping, integration, testing, and validation in both lab and field environments
* Analyze measurement data and iterate designs to meet performance requirements
* Perform antenna and RF measurements using tools such as VNAs, anechoic chambers, spectrum analyzers, and near-field systems
* Support PCB/PCA design integrating RF, digital, and power functions (Altium preferred)
* Lead board bring-up, debugging, and validation activities
* Develop scripts (Python or MATLAB) for automation, data analysis, and performance evaluation
* Ensure designs meet regulatory, environmental, and reliability standards
* Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (PhD preferred)
* 5-7+ years of RF hardware design experience
* 3-5+ years of hands-on phased array and antenna design experience
Technical Expertise
* Strong foundation in electromagnetics and antenna theory
* Deep understanding of phased array concepts (beam steering, grating lobes, mutual coupling)
* Experience with RF/microwave circuit design
* Proficiency with EM simulation tools (HFSS, CST, FEKO, ADS)
* Hands-on experience with RF measurement and test equipment (VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, anechoic chambers)
* Experience with antenna measurement techniques (near-field and far-field)
* Proficiency in MATLAB or Python for modeling and data analysis
* Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (preferably Altium)
Nice-to-Have:
* Experience with full system integration, calibration, and field testing of antenna systems
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
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