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Senior Principal RF Engineer

Victor, NY · On-site

We are recruiting for a Senior Principal RF Engineer. Candidates must be U.S Citizens and work onsite in Victor, NY. Overview: As a Senior Principal RF Engineer, you will drive the design ...

Lunar Outpost

Principal RF Engineer

Golden, CO · On-site

As a Principal RF Engineer, you will serve as the company's RF subject‑matter expert, develop complex RF systems, and provide technical leadership for Lunar Outpost programs. Take the #NextLeap ...

Industrious Ventures

Principal RF Engineer

Golden, CO · On-site

As a Principal RF Engineer, you will serve as the company's RF subject‑matter expert, develop complex RF systems, and provide technical leadership for Lunar Outpost programs. Take the #NextLeap ...

Lunar Outpost

Principal RF Engineer

Arvada, CO · On-site

As a Principal RF Engineer, you will serve as the company's RF subject-matter expert, develop complex RF systems, and providetechnical leadership for Lunar Outpost programs. Take the #NextLeap with ...

Lunar Outpost, Inc.

Principal RF Engineer

Arvada, CO · On-site

$177K - $205K/yr

As a Principal RF Engineer, you will serve as the company's RF subject-matter expert, develop complex RF systems, and provide technical leadership for Lunar Outpost programs. Take the #NextLeap with ...

Lunar Outpost

Principal RF Engineer

Arvada, CO · On-site

As a Principal RF Engineer, you will serve as the company's RF subject-matter expert, develop complex RF systems, and provide technical leadership for Lunar Outpost programs. Take the #NextLeap with ...

First Rf

Principal RF Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

FIRST RF Corporation - Boulder, CO 80301 Salary Range: $160,000.00 - $210,000.00 Overview FIRST RF is seeking an experienced Principal RF Engineer to provide technical leadership across a diverse ...

SpaceX

Principal RF Engineer (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$210K - $300K/yr

PRINCIPAL RF ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial ...

Socket.dev

NY · On-site

Position Summary RADLAB is looking for a Principal RF Engineer to own the RF front-end design for our advanced integrated sensing-and-communications (ISAC) design, test and evaluation (DT&E) platform.

FIRST RF

Principal RF Engineer

Boulder, CO

Summary FIRST RF is seeking an experienced Principal RF Engineer to provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of advanced RF and microwave systems. In this role, you will serve as a ...

FIRST RF CORPORATION

Principal RF Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

Summary FIRST RF is seeking an experienced Principal RF Engineer to provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of advanced RF and microwave systems. In this role, you will serve as a ...

W3Global Inc.

Senior Principal, RF Engineer

Sparks, MD

$190K - $250K/yr

Senior Principal RF Engineer. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Principal RF Engineer to serve as the organization's technical authority and RF Subject Matter Expert (SME). This ...

Metrea

Principal RF Engineer

Victor, NY · On-site

Position Summary RADLAB is looking for a Principal RF Engineer to own the RF front-end design for our advanced integrated sensing-and-communications (ISAC) design, test and evaluation (DT&E) platform.

SpaceX

Principal RF Engineer (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$210K - $300K/yr

PRINCIPAL RF ENGINEER (STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal rf engineer in the United States is $147,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,500.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Principal RF Engineer is a senior-level engineering professional responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing radio frequency (RF) systems and components. They lead complex RF projects, analyze system performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This role typically involves mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and solving technical challenges related to wireless communication, antenna design, or signal propagation. Principal RF Engineers work in industries such as telecommunications, aerospace, and defense to enhance wireless networks and communication systems.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a principal RF engineer?

As a Principal RF Engineer, you can expect to spend your days designing and optimizing RF circuits and systems, conducting simulations and testing prototypes, and troubleshooting performance issues. You’ll frequently collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware designers, software engineers, and project managers, to ensure seamless integration of RF components within larger systems. Additionally, you may mentor junior engineers, review technical documentation, and contribute to strategy discussions for new product initiatives. This dynamic role combines technical expertise with leadership and teamwork, offering both hands-on and strategic responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the principal RF engineer position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Principal RF Engineer, extensive knowledge of radio frequency (RF) design, system integration, and a degree in electrical engineering or related field are essential. Experience with RF simulation tools (such as HFSS, ADS, or CST), familiarity with spectrum analyzers, and relevant certifications like the IEEE Wireless Communication certification are commonly expected. Exceptional problem-solving abilities, leadership, and clear communication skills help drive projects and support multidisciplinary collaboration. These attributes ensure successful RF system development, effective project leadership, and seamless integration of complex technologies in demanding environments.

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Principal RF Engineer (1929)

Rolling Meadows, IL • On-site

PROLIM Global Corporation
IT Services • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Principal RF Engineer 3 / Engineer Hardware 3 (1929)
Location: Rolling Meadows, IL
Job Description:
The Principal RF/Sr. Principal RF role involves full life-cycle product development from system concept and requirements through design, production, verification, and field support while working in integrated product teams spanning Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program Management. RF/Analog subsystem and circuit card designs utilize the latest MMIC and discrete device technologies from all major vendors including internal Northrop Grumman designed devices, Electro-Optical (EO) circuitry, controls, detectors, and data converters. As an RF/Analog Electrical Engineer, you will join our diverse team and be responsible for research, design, development of signal conversion and analog/mixed signal products. Your expertise in RF, mixed signal, and/or Electro-Optical component design and analysis, modeling and simulation, and circuit level design and test are desired for this position.
This position can be filled at either the Principal or Sr. Principal level:
Basic Qualifications for Principal RF Engineer:
  • Bachelors' degree in STEM field with a minimum 5+ years of electronics design experience or MS degree in STEM field with 3+ years of electronics design experience.
    • RF/Analog circuit design experience, including schematic capture through test and integration
    • Hands-on prototyping and debug experience testing complex RF subsystems, such as complex circuit card development involving amplifiers, mixers, control systems, ADCs, DACs, and/or phase lock loops
    • Demonstrated ability to translate system performance and operational specifications into hardware requirements, design, and test specifications
    • Familiarity with documentation, revision control and review systems like DOORS, ClearCase, and ClearQuest
    • US Citizenship
    • Must have Interim Secret clearance prior to starting and once started, must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal RF Engineer:
  • Bachelors' degree in STEM field with a minimum 8 years of electronics design experience or MS degree in STEM field with 6 years of electronics design experience.
  • RF/Analog circuit design experience, including schematic capture through test and integration
  • Hands-on prototyping and debug experience testing complex RF subsystems, such as complex circuit card development involving amplifiers, mixers, control systems, ADCs, DACs, and/or phase lock loops
  • Demonstrated ability to translate system performance and operational specifications into hardware requirements, design, and test specifications
  • Familiarity with documentation, revision control and review systems like DOORS, ClearCase, and ClearQuest
  • US Citizenship
  • Must have Interim Secret clearance prior to starting and once started, must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • An advanced degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
  • Minimum 7 years of RF and/or mixed signal electronics design experience
  • Working knowledge of Electronic Warfare systems
  • Recent circuit card design experience utilizing circuit-related tools including Cadence Concept, Allegro, and/or Mentor DxDesigner, Expedition
  • Experience with Advanced Design System (ADS) and MatLab modeling tools
  • Experience with SPICE modeling tools
  • Proven skills to include: communicating with all levels of an organization internally and externally, adaptable, creative, collaborative and comfortable working independently and enjoy solving difficult problems
  • Current Secret or Top-Secret security clearance

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