Rf Engineer

RF Engineer

We are seeking an Intermediate Level RF Engineer to design multi-stage low-noise high-gain RF pulse amplifier systems. This role demands expertise in modeling, simulating, implementing, and testing RF amplifiers, with a strong focus on innovation and quality.

Responsibilities:

• Design multi-stage low-noise high-gain RF pulse amplifier systems.
• Model, simulate, implement, and test multi-stage low-noise RF amplifiers.
• Select components for amplifiers, including MMICs, LNAs, bias networks, and digital attenuators.
• Utilize RF signal generators, RF spectrum analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, and electronic laboratory test equipment.
• Employ ADS, CST Studio, Ansys HFSS, or similar RF modeling and simulation tools.
• Design and integrate shielding for sensitive electronic circuits.
• Perform schematic capture and PCB layout using tools like Altium Designer.
• Calculate noise figure and signal-to-noise ratio.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to develop manufacturable solutions.
• Recommend and implement improvements to existing designs.
• Ensure compliance with relevant certification bodies.
• Stay updated with industry trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Essential Skills:

• Experience with network analyzers and spectrum analyzers.
• Designing electronic circuits and performing schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Experience with low power and some high power applications.
• Ability to test and verify designed circuits independently.
• 5-10 years of experience preferred, open to candidates with over 20 years of experience.

Work Environment:

The work environment fosters technological innovation and high-quality results, with a focus on continuous employee training and development. The organization is a leader in Acoustic Micro Imaging technology for nondestructive inspection and analysis, maintaining industry leadership for over 30 years.

Job Type & Location:

This is a contract position based out of Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a hybrid position in Elk Grove Village, IL.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.