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Astranis

Senior RF Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Senior RF Design Engineer As an RF Engineer you will be responsible for design, qualification, and procurement of active RF electronics (frequency converters, SSPAs, LNAs, PLLs, etc) in the RF ...

Astranis

Senior RF Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$170K - $230K/yr

Senior RF Design Engineer As an RF Engineer you will be responsible for design, qualification, and procurement of active RF electronics (frequency converters, SSPAs, LNAs, PLLs, etc) in the RF ...

Array Labs

Senior RF Design Engineer

Redwood City, CA

$150K - $170K/yr

About the Job As a Senior RF Design Engineer, you will design and validate the RF electronics that enable Array's radar sensors. Your work will include low-noise receive chains, high-power transmit ...

Array Labs

Senior RF Design Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

About the Job As a Senior RF Design Engineer, you will design and validate the RF electronics that enable Array's radar sensors. Your work will include low-noise receive chains, high-power transmit ...

Raytheon

Senior RF Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

Effector RF Design Department is responsible for designing RF and Microwave hardware, including ... Technical oversight responsibilities for less-senior engineers * Working across domains on complex ...

Skydio, Inc

Senior RF Design Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

... RF architectures while delivering highly engineered products at scale. We are looking for a highly ... Design, integrate, and validate wireless solutions across multiple radio technologies and frequency ...

Astranis

RF Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA

RF Design Engineer As an RF Engineer you will be responsible for design, qualification, and procurement of active RF electronics (frequency converters, SSPAs, LNAs, PLLs, etc) in the RF front end of ...

Astranis

RF Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

RF Design Engineer As an RF Engineer you will be responsible for design, qualification, and procurement of active RF electronics (frequency converters, SSPAs, LNAs, PLLs, etc) in the RF front end of ...

Array Labs

Senior RF PCB Layout Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$125K - $160K/yr

We design and build our satellites end-to-end, producing the world's most advanced earth ... About the job As a Senior RF PCB Layout Engineer, you will own the physical implementation of Array ...

Array Labs

Senior RF PCB Layout Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$125K - $160K/yr

We design and build our satellites end-to-end, producing the world's most advanced earth ... About the job As a Senior RF PCB Layout Engineer, you will own the physical implementation of Array ...

Maxar

Sr. RF Electrical Design Engineer

Palo Alto, CA

$104K - $173K/yr

Lanteris Space is seeking a Sr. RF Electrical Design Engineer to join us in our offices in San Jose, CA. In this role, you will design passive solutions (Filters, Diplexer, IMUX, OMUX) and active ...

Maxar

Sr. RF Electrical Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$104K - $173K/yr

Lanteris Space is seeking a Sr. RF Electrical Design Engineer to join us in our offices in San Jose, CA. In this role, you will design passive solutions (Filters, Diplexer, IMUX, OMUX) and active ...

Skydio, Inc

RF Design Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$147.50K - $240K/yr

... engineering challenges and a huge opportunity to make an impact! How You'll Make an Impact: * Collaborate with EE, RF, Antenna design and PD teams to maximize the performance of the system designs

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr rf design engineer in San Ramon, CA is $145,274.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,900.00 and $163,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Sr RF Design Engineer, you need deep expertise in RF/microwave theory, circuit design, and a relevant degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Proficiency with industry-standard tools like ADS, HFSS, and network analyzers, as well as familiarity with wireless communication standards, is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication skills make someone stand out in this role. These skills are essential for designing robust RF systems, ensuring optimal performance, and successfully collaborating on complex engineering projects.

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Sr RF Design Engineers often encounter challenges related to balancing performance, cost, and regulatory requirements during the design of advanced wireless systems. They must troubleshoot issues such as signal interference, component non-linearity, and thermal management, all while meeting project deadlines. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—such as hardware engineers, PCB designers, and test engineers—is essential to resolve technical problems and optimize system integration. Staying up to date with evolving wireless standards and emerging technologies is also crucial for success in this role.

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A Sr RF (Radio Frequency) Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing RF circuits and systems used in wireless communication devices, such as cell phones, radios, and satellite equipment. They work on tasks like creating circuit layouts, performing simulations, testing prototypes, and troubleshooting issues to ensure optimal performance and regulatory compliance. Sr RF Design Engineers often collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF solutions into larger products and oversee the transition from design to production. Their expertise helps ensure reliable and efficient wireless communication.
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Senior RF Design Engineer

Senior RF Design Engineer

Astranis

San Francisco, CA • On-site

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Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Senior RF Design Engineer

As an RF Engineer you will be responsible for design, qualification, and procurement of active RF electronics (frequency converters, SSPAs, LNAs, PLLs, etc) in the RF front end of satellite payloads. You will work closely with other mechanical, payload systems, electrical, and software engineers to achieve overall system requirements in your designs.
Role

  • Design, simulate, implement, and measure active and passive RF sub-systems at microwave frequencies, including; SSPAs, LNAs, power amplifiers, up/down converters, oscillators, filters, etc.
  • Be responsible for hardware designs from requirements definition through manufacturing, bring-up, and qualification testing
  • Integrate these systems into the spacecraft by working closely with the rest of the team
  • Specify, procure, and integrate third party vendor hardware
  • Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly-growing team
Requirements
  • BS in electrical engineering, physics, applied physics, or equivalent
  • Passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
  • 6+ years of experience
  • Deep knowledge of fundamental RF concepts, such as RF circuit analysis, amplifier design, noise, linearity, radio architectures, etc
  • Hands-on experience in designing, building, and testing RF hardware for microwave frequencies
  • Proven completion of product from concept to production.
  • Experience with RF simulation tools (ADS, Cadence, HFSS, etc)
  • Experience with PCB design, layout and simulation (Altium or similar)

Bonus

  • MS or PhD in electrical engineering, physics, applied physics, or equivalent
  • Experience with system in package (SiP), multi-chip modules (MCM), packaged RF hybrids, etc
  • Experience developing communications satellite payloads
  • Experience designing SSPAs or implementing SSPA-based phased arrays
  • Experience with designing high reliability electronics for harsh environments such as space or automotive
  • Antennas and Electromagnetics propagation knowledge and background
  • Experience with Software Defined Radios and associated skillset (mixed signal, high speed digital)
  • Familiarity with Python or other scripting languages used for automating test instruments

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