Senior RF Engineer, Space RF Systems

Job overview

The Senior RF Engineer, Space RF Systems role is onsite in Germantown, MD. The stated salary range is $91,000–$138,750 per year. The engineer supports AeroVironment's Space RF Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test team and its work on satellite connectivity and secure data transmission. The role develops RF models, simulations, and designs for products under development. It contributes electromagnetic and RF expertise to multiple projects, supports prototype troubleshooting, and communicates technical findings to engineering teams and stakeholders.

What you'll do

• Develop high-fidelity RF models and simulations
• create phased-array and antenna system designs
• prepare microwave PCB layouts
• analyze RF characteristics and system performance
• lead root-cause analysis for prototype issues
• and produce technical documents, reports, white papers, and presentations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior rf engineer

space rf systems

germantown md

aerovironment

rf engineering

electromagnetics

rf modeling

phased arrays

antenna systems

microwave pcb

top secret clearance

$91,000–$138,750/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) company match
• 9/80 work schedule
• paid holiday shutdown.

Why this role

RF engineering subject matter expertise focused on modeling, simulation, phased arrays, antennas, and space RF products; Top Secret clearance level is listed.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. Sector: 33.