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Rf Module Design Engineer Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Senior FPGA / Digital Design Engineer

Huntsville, AL ยท On-site

$114K - $157K/yr

The successful candidate will work closely with RF, software, systems, and hardware engineers to deliver integrated prototype and production solutions. Responsibilities * Design, develop, integrate ...

Our engineers are willing and expected to dive deep into developing solutions to the most ... Design, integrate, and characterize RF modules and frequency-conversion circuits using amplifiers ...

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TSC is seeking a Firmware Design Engineer to design, implement, and test FPGA-based digital systems and signal processing algorithms for advanced RF sensors. This position supports our Radar ...

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RF Engineer

Huntsville, AL ยท On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

Design, troubleshoot, and test RF PCBs, modules, and chassis across several high frequency bands (L-band, S-band, C-band, X-band, Ku-band, Ka-band). * Collaborate with firmware/software engineers ...

Principal RF Engineer

Huntsville, AL ยท On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Design, troubleshoot, and test RF PCBs, modules, and chassis across several high frequency bands (L-band, S-band, C-band, X-band, Ku-band, Ka-band). * Collaborate with firmware/software engineers ...

Principal RF Engineer

Huntsville, AL ยท On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Design, troubleshoot, and test RF PCBs, modules, and chassis across several high frequency bands (L-band, S-band, C-band, X-band, Ku-band, Ka-band). * Collaborate with firmware/software engineers ...

Principal RF Engineer

Huntsville, AL ยท On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Design, troubleshoot, and test RF PCBs, modules, and chassis across several high frequency bands (L-band, S-band, C-band, X-band, Ku-band, Ka-band). * Collaborate with firmware/software engineers ...

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Rf Module Design Engineer information

What does an RF module design engineer do?

An RF Module Design Engineer specializes in designing, developing, and testing radio frequency (RF) modules used in a variety of wireless communication devices. They are responsible for creating circuit layouts, selecting components, and ensuring the modules meet performance, reliability, and regulatory standards. Their work often involves simulation, prototyping, and troubleshooting to optimize signal integrity and minimize interference. RF Module Design Engineers collaborate closely with hardware, software, and testing teams to integrate their modules into larger systems. This role is essential in industries such as telecommunications, aerospace, and consumer electronics.

What are some common challenges faced by an RF module design engineer during the product development cycle?

RF Module Design Engineers often encounter challenges such as minimizing interference and signal loss, ensuring compliance with international wireless standards, and integrating modules into compact device enclosures without sacrificing performance. Balancing trade-offs between power consumption, cost, and performance is also a frequent consideration. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, such as PCB layout engineers and system architects, is essential to address these challenges and deliver robust, manufacturable designs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an RF module design engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an RF Module Design Engineer, you need strong expertise in RF circuit design, electromagnetic theory, and a relevant engineering degree, such as electrical or electronics engineering. Familiarity with tools like ADS, HFSS, and network analyzers, plus knowledge of industry standards and certifications such as IPC, is highly valued. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and troubleshooting complex issues. These competencies ensure the development of high-performance, reliable RF modules that meet stringent industry requirements.

What is the difference between Rf Module Design Engineer vs RF System Engineer?

AspectRf Module Design EngineerRF System Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, RF certificationsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical or RF Engineering, RF certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, R&D departments, manufacturing facilitiesSystem integration labs, testing environments, R&D teams
Industry UsageWireless device manufacturing, telecom, consumer electronicsWireless networks, telecom infrastructure, system-level design

Both roles require strong RF engineering knowledge and similar educational backgrounds. The Rf Module Design Engineer focuses on designing and developing RF modules, while the RF System Engineer works on integrating RF components into complete systems. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Senior RF Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL โ€ข On-site

Technology Service Corporation (TSC)
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturingย โ€ขย 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Senior RF Manufacturing Test Engineer
TSC is seeking a Senior RF Manufacturing Test Engineer in Huntsville, AL to support the Product Solutions Division. This role is critical to the transition and production of advanced RF systems including seekers, proximity sensors, and other mission-critical electronics.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who thrives in a production environment and excels at solving complex, non-obvious RF issues impacting performance, yield, and reliability. This position is critical to ensuring production test robustness, yield performance, and mission-ready system delivery.
TSC offers a professional working environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join a team where technical excellence and real-world problem solving drive mission success.
Responsibilities:
  • Serves as the technical authority for production RF performance, test strategy, and yield optimization across defense RF systems including seekers, proximity sensors, height-of-burst sensors, antennas, and RF subsystems.

  • Owns resolution of the most complex production issues, including intermittent failures, environmental sensitivities, calibration drift, and unit-to-unit performance variation.

  • Leads deep-dive root cause investigations across full RF signal chains, including RF front-end, analog, mixed-signal, and embedded interfaces.

  • Diagnoses and resolves issues related to noise, spurious signals, coupling, shielding, grounding, and system-level interactions.

  • Drives transition of RF hardware from development into production, ensuring production-representative test coverage, calibration robustness, and repeatability across builds.

  • Develops and deploys advanced RF production test solutions, including automated test systems, alignment/calibration routines, and system-level validation methods.

  • Optimizes production test flows to balance test coverage, throughput, and false failure reduction, while maintaining mission-critical performance requirements.

  • Drives reduction of test escapes and false failures through improved test coverage, limits, and methodologies.

  • Applies statistical analysis to production data to identify trends in yield loss, drift, and performance variation across lots, builds, and environments.

  • Partners with Design Engineering to close gaps in design for test (DFT), design for manufacturability (DFM), and design for calibration (DFC).

  • Leads implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for systemic production issues.

  • Interfaces with Program Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and customers to communicate technical risk, readiness, and production performance.

  • Provides hands-on technical leadership on the manufacturing floor and at the bench, supporting test stations, troubleshooting efforts, and engineering builds.

  • Mentors engineers and technicians in RF debugging, measurement techniques, and production best practices.

  • Expected to independently diagnose issues where RF performance deviates from design intent with no clear failure mode or repeatability.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of hands-on RF/microwave production experience (Master's preferred)

  • Demonstrated expertise troubleshooting complex RF systems in production environments, not just lab development

  • Deep understanding of RF system performance including: gain/loss/dynamic range, noise figure and sensitivity, linearity and compression, phase noise and stability, and spurious/interference mechanisms

  • Strong experience debugging RF issues tied to mechanical layout, grounding, shielding, and assembly variation

  • Extensive hands-on experience with RF test equipment: spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers (VNAs), signal generators, power meters/sensors

  • Experience developing automated RF test systems using Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, or similar frameworks

  • Experience with production calibration, alignment, and tuning of RF systems

  • Strong background in statistical process control (SPC), yield analysis, and failure investigation

  • Proven ability to diagnose issues spanning RF, digital, embedded, and electromechanical domains

  • Experience transitioning products from development to production with emphasis on test readiness, documentation completeness, and process repeatability

  • Strong technical communication skills; able to lead technical reviews, failure investigations, and customer briefings

  • U.S. citizenship required

TSC Benefits:
TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.
Applying to TSC:
Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.