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DFND Security

RF Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

We are looking for an RF Engineer for a full time on site position in the Tampa, FL area. The ... for telecom equipment · Provide guidance on construction drawings · Support equipment ...

Peraton

Cellular & RF Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$176K - $282K/yr

The Cellular/RF Engineer is responsible for assessing, designing, and optimizing wireless ... Enterprise telecom architecture training * 5G protocols * LTE technologies * RF planning tools

Peraton

Cellular & RF Engineer

Washington, DC

$176K - $282K/yr

The Cellular/RF Engineer is responsible for assessing, designing, and optimizing wireless ... Enterprise telecom architecture training * 5G protocols * LTE technologies * RF planning tools

YUPANA, INC.

RF Engineer (multiple openings)

Benicia, CA · On-site

$76K/yr

A minimum of 1 year of work experience as an RF Engineer, Telecom Engineer or related * Minimum 1 year of experience with WCDMA/LTE (3G/4G) Radio Network Planning and Optimization, including KPI ...

Peraton

Cellular & RF Engineer

Washington, DC

$176K - $282K/yr

The Cellular/RF Engineer is responsible for assessing, designing, and optimizing wireless ... Enterprise telecom architecture training * 5G protocols * LTE technologies * RF planning tools

Nokia

RF Propagation and Modeling Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Telecom/Wireless Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Physics. * 5+ years of experience in RF engineering, propagation modeling, or wireless network ...

Nokia

RF Propagation and Modeling Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$105K - $195K/yr

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Telecom/Wireless Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Physics. * 5+ years of experience in RF engineering, propagation modeling, or wireless network ...

Telecom Technology Services

Sr. RF Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Sr. RF Engineer Scope of Work - Request Details Position Description: The LTE RF Optimization Engineer will be required to work within a team of RF engineers and independently to perform RF network ...

OTSI

Associate Engineer-Electrical

Overland Park, KS · On-site

The RF Engineer may support proposal development, scope refinement, level-of-effort (LOE ... Create comprehensive Bill of Materials(BoM) for telecom sites. * Document and implement site ...

ActioNet, Inc.

Drafter (IDP/Telecom/RF)

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$44/hr

The Drafter works closely with the Project Manager and Systems Engineer/Subject Matter Expert (SME ... Experience developing LAN, RF, and antenna-related drawings. * Knowledge of Navy laboratory ...

ActioNet, Inc.

Drafter (IDP/Telecom/RF)

Honolulu, HI

$44/hr

The Drafter works closely with the Project Manager and Systems Engineer/Subject Matter Expert (SME ... Experience developing LAN, RF, and antenna-related drawings. * Knowledge of Navy laboratory ...

ActioNet, Inc.

Drafter (IDP/Telecom/RF)

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$44/hr

The Drafter works closely with the Project Manager and Systems Engineer/Subject Matter Expert (SME ... Experience developing LAN, RF, and antenna-related drawings. * Knowledge of Navy laboratory ...

ActioNet

Drafter (IDP/Telecom/RF)

Honolulu, HI

$44/hr

The Drafter works closely with the Project Manager and Systems Engineer/Subject Matter Expert (SME ... Experience developing LAN, RF, and antenna-related drawings. * Knowledge of Navy laboratory ...

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As of Jun 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for telecom rf engineer 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 typical daily responsibilities of a Telecom RF Engineer?

Telecom RF Engineers are responsible for designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting wireless networks on a daily basis. Their work often includes analyzing network coverage, conducting site surveys, interpreting drive test data, and adjusting parameters to ensure optimal signal quality. They also collaborate closely with network planning teams, field technicians, and equipment vendors to implement solutions and address performance issues. This hands-on, technical role offers the opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on network reliability and user experience.

What is a Telecom RF Engineer job?

A Telecom RF (Radio Frequency) Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing wireless communication networks. They work with technologies like 4G, 5G, and Wi-Fi, ensuring signal strength, coverage, and network performance. Their duties include frequency planning, interference management, drive testing, and troubleshooting network issues. They collaborate with other engineers to enhance network capacity and efficiency. RF Engineers often use specialized software tools for simulation, analysis, and optimization tasks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Telecom Rf Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Telecom RF Engineer, you need strong knowledge of radio frequency (RF) principles, wireless communication systems, and typically a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Experience with RF simulation and optimization tools such as Atoll, TEMS, or Agilent, as well as certifications like CCNA or CWNA, are highly valued. Analytical thinking, effective communication, and attention to detail help RF engineers excel in collaborative and dynamic environments. These competencies are essential to ensure reliable wireless network performance and successful project delivery in the telecom industry.

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RF Engineer

RF Engineer

DFND Security

Tampa, FL • On-site

Other

Posted 2 hours ago

Job description

We are looking for an RF Engineer for a full time on site position in the Tampa, FL area.

The project is expected to be long term and could also turn into a permanent job.

Some more details are below.

Please let me know if you are interested and when a good time i s to get in touch with you.

Thanks for your time.

RF Engineer 

Job Summary

We are seeking an Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer with 2-5 years of experience to support wireless design, field validation, construction drawings, lab testing. and wireless infrastructure engineering.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in preliminary RF design using Infovista Planet, GIS tools (such as ArcGIS, QGIS), and field/site engineering support. This role bridges design and deployment for private LTE (pLTE), requiring both analytical and practical engineering skills.

The candidate will contribute to coverage modeling, site evaluations, construction drawings review (redlining), and RF lab testing. Responsibilities include performing path surveys, optimizing wireless systems, configuring radio equipment, preparing radio and antenna installation documentation, and supporting clients in the field work.

Key Responsibilities

As a Wireless Engineer, you will execute wireless engineering activities across the full project lifecycle—from initial survey and design through implementation, testing, and optimization. We have an immediate need for a client in Tampa, FL where your participation on regular basis is needed. You are to support installation and commissioning efforts in the field.

Engineering Design Duties

·       Perform link budget calculations, reliability analysis, and path feasibility studies for wireless systems.  

·       Design, model, and optimize wireless technologies, such as Narrow Band, LTE/5G, Land Mobile Radio, using Infovista Planet, including coverage analysis, frequency assignment, and interference analysis.

·       Participate in field cabinet designs where radios/modems, switches, routers, battery back up, …

·       Be able to generate Bill of Material for a particular design.

·       Familiarity with grounding standards when it comes to field installation.

General Engineering Duties

·       2-5 years of wireless communications related work experience

·       Utility experience is strongly preferred

·       Experience with clients facing presentations and delivering technical workshops

·       Experience writing and delivering MOPs, processes, testing procedures and technical documents

·       ties.

·       Document and implement site installation standards including grounding for telecom equipment

·       Provide guidance on construction drawings

·       Support equipment installation and site integration on-site

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