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Position Summary The client is looking for a Radio Frequency Engineer to develop and execute product testing and integration plans for new or updated products. Essential Job Functions * Evaluate ...

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Senior Radio Frequency Engineer

Dahlgren, VA · On-site +1

Amentum is seeking a highly skilled Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer to design, develop, and ... Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract ...

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How much do radio frequency engineer contract jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for radio frequency engineer contract in the United States is $117,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,500.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Radio Frequency Engineer Contract position, and why are they important?

A Radio Frequency Engineer Contract requires strong knowledge of RF theory, antenna design, and wireless communication systems, typically backed by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with RF testing equipment, network planning software, and relevant certifications such as FCC licensing or CISCO certifications is often necessary. Outstanding analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients. These competencies ensure accurate system design, compliance with regulatory standards, and successful project delivery in dynamic contract environments.

What are the typical work settings and day-to-day responsibilities for a Radio Frequency Engineer on a contract basis?

Radio Frequency Engineers working on contract are often engaged by telecommunications companies, defense contractors, or engineering firms on specific projects lasting from several months to a year. Daily responsibilities may include designing and optimizing RF systems, conducting field tests and site surveys, troubleshooting interference issues, and preparing technical documentation. You’ll often collaborate with RF technicians, project managers, and network engineers to ensure seamless system integration and regulatory compliance. Contract engineers must quickly adapt to new teams and processes, making strong organizational skills and flexibility essential. This dynamic work structure provides valuable experience across projects and enhances your expertise within the RF engineering field.

What is a Radio Frequency Engineer Contract job?

A Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer Contract job is a temporary or project-based position where an engineer designs, tests, and optimizes wireless communication systems. These roles typically involve working with transmission technologies, antennas, and spectrum management for industries like telecommunications, aerospace, and defense. Contract RF engineers are hired for specific projects and may work for a set duration through staffing agencies or directly with companies. Responsibilities include network planning, interference troubleshooting, and performance optimization to ensure reliable wireless communication.

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Radio Frequency Engineer, Level II, III

Radio Frequency Engineer, Level II, III

Beyond SOF

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Full-time

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Position Summary
The client is looking for a Radio Frequency Engineer to develop and execute product testing and integration plans for new or updated products.
Essential Job Functions
  • Evaluate engineering materials including detecting deviations and recommending solutions.
  • Design RF module-based systems, test plans for RF relay systems, and the RF portion of specialized RF/digital board-level solutions.
  • Share design requirements and restrictions of RF systems and related propagation with other design engineers during collaboration efforts.
  • Assist with design, integration, and sustainment of common software elements of Government software-defined radio systems including: common shared libraries, modem signal processing components, command-and-control / tasking systems, front-end components, automated software test, documentation, and prototype software deployment systems.

Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Due to the nature of this position and the information that employees will be required to access; U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, electronic, or computer engineering; systems engineering; physics; mathematics; telecommunications; or computer science.
  • Must have a total of five (5) years of experience in Radio Frequency (RF), microwave, analog or SDR design.
  • Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI with FS Poly. Potential opportunity for Conditional Certification of Access (CCA).

Level 2:
  • As part of the five (5) years of experience, at least two (2) years of combined detail design experience in at least two of the following areas of expertise:
  • RF and analog circuit designs implementing low-noise phase-locked-loop circuits and synthesizers, wideband automatic gain control (AGC) circuits, RF switching and control circuits, filters, low-noise high-efficiency power supplies, modulators, demodulators, RF power detection, frequency conversion, adaptive threshold, and low-distortion driver amplifiers.
  • Design, simulation, integration, and sustainment of Software Design Radio (SDR) systems to include modem signal processing components, command-and-control / tasking systems, front-end components, documentation, and prototype software deployment systems.
  • Circuit designs implementing microwave filters, oscillators, synthesizers, switches, and the cost/performance tradeoffs associated with these types of circuits.
  • Circuit designs implementing transmitters, receivers, amplifiers, or software defined radios (SDRs) or Monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) components including antenna design/characterization while using VSWR to understand antenna performance.
  • Miniaturized, low-power receiver designs ranging in frequencies from High Frequency (HF) to C- Band.
  • Circuit designs using commercially available technologies for microwave filters, oscillators, synthesizers, and switches.
  • RF link budget and RF system analysis and cost estimate development for prototype and production efforts.
  • EMI requirements development and incorporation which includes filtering and shielding in the design to ensure performance.

Level 3:
  • As part of the ten (10) years of experience, at least seven (7) years of combined detail design experience in at least two of the following areas of expertise:
  • RF and analog circuit designs implementing low-noise phase-locked-loop circuits and synthesizers, wideband automatic gain control (AGC) circuits, RF switching and control circuits, filters, low-noise high-efficiency power supplies, modulators, demodulators, RF power detection, frequency conversion, adaptive threshold, and low-distortion driver amplifiers.
  • Design, simulation, integration, and sustainment of Software Design Radio (SDR) systems to include modem signal processing components, command-and-control / tasking systems, front-end components, documentation, and prototype software deployment systems.
  • Circuit designs implementing microwave filters, oscillators, synthesizers, switches, and the cost/performance tradeoffs associated with these types of circuits.
  • Circuit designs implementing transmitters, receivers, amplifiers, or software-defined radios (SDRs) or Monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) components including antenna design/characterization while using VSWR to understand antenna performance.
  • Miniaturized, low-power receiver designs ranging in frequencies from High Frequency (HF) to C- Band.
  • Circuit designs using commercially available technologies for microwave filters, oscillators, synthesizers, and switches.
  • RF link budget and RF system analysis and cost estimate development for prototype and production efforts.
  • EMI requirements development and incorporation which includes filtering and shielding in the design to ensure performance.

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