Radio frequency (RF/FPGA) Design Engineer
Pay Rate: $50/hr. to $69/hr.
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
On-site only.
This posting is reviewed daily by an experienced aerospace recruiter, not by AI.
Our team is driving the hiring process for RF Test and Development Engineers with a minimum of 2 years of experience in testing methods and equipment, particularly in aerospace or defense. As an RF Test and Development Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing testing methods and equipment for RF and digital hardware. Ideal candidates will have experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality hardware deliveries and maintain production yields.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment.
Troubleshoot and support RF and digital hardware.
Support First Time Through Test Yield (FTTTY) and hardware deliveries.
Analyze test data and identify early trends.
Compile data and define changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements.
Collaborate with design engineering to develop and implement hardware improvements and solutions.
Support technicians through troubleshooting and training.
Monitor product yields and aggressively work to maintain program yield targets.
Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions.
Attend program meetings to report yield issues, yield detractor investigation findings, and corrective actions.
Interface with manufacturing management, test technicians, production engineers, design engineers, system engineers, program management, and program support teams.
What We Can Offer You:
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our employees and the company. Benefits include a Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, Education Assistance, Training and Development opportunities, and much more.
Basic Qualifications for an RF Test and Development Engineer:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 0 years of experience.
Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block diagrams.
Experience with RF hardware and software.
Experience with RF test equipment, such as scopes, power meters, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.
U.S. citizenship.
The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level clearance.
Basic Qualifications for a Principal RF Test and Development Engineer:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 3 years of relevant experience.
Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block diagrams.
Experience with RF hardware and software.
Experience with RF test equipment, such as scopes, power meters, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.
U.S. citizenship.
The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level clearance.
Preferred Qualifications for Both Levels:
Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline.
Ability to work with minimal direction and guidance.
Experience with FPGA.
Experience with LabWindows CVI, C/C programming.
TestStand programming.
Proficiency with digital, analog, RF test equipment, RF theory, and high-speed digital.
Familiarity with differential digital interfaces like LVDS.
PXI/PXIe and VME bus experience.
Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical hardware.
About Our Team:
At PDS Tech, we are driving the hiring process for our industry-leading partners in the aviation, aerospace, and defense industries. With a legacy of innovation and excellence in aerospace recruiting, we are committed to shaping the future of aerospace engineering. We have multiple openings across various engineering disciplines, offering exciting opportunities for experienced professionals to contribute to groundbreaking projects.
This posting is reviewed daily by an experienced aerospace recruiter, not by AI.
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pay Details: $55.32 to $69.14 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance