Lead RF Engineer

Lead RF Engineer (Confidential)

Location: Long Island, NY

Compensation: $160,000 - $180,000 + benefits (DOE)

About the Opportunity

A growing engineering and technology organization is seeking a Lead RF Engineer to support the design and development of advanced high-power solid-state RF and microwave amplifier systems. This role offers the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges while working on cutting-edge RF technologies supporting demanding commercial and government applications.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in RF/microwave design, hands-on laboratory testing, and the development of high-power amplifier systems operating across wide frequency ranges.

Key Responsibilities

• Design active and passive high-power RF and microwave circuits and components operating through 18 GHz and beyond.

• Develop, model, simulate, and optimize RF amplifier architectures and supporting analog circuitry.

• Perform RF device selection, lineup analysis, and performance budgeting.

• Build and execute RF test setups to evaluate, tune, troubleshoot, and validate circuit performance.

• Analyze test data and document results to support product development activities.

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams to transition new designs into production.

• Support technical proposals, customer presentations, and design reviews.

• Participate in customer meetings and occasional field-testing activities as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• 8+ years of RF/microwave design and development experience.

• Strong experience generating schematics, supporting PCB layout activities, and performing hands-on circuit testing and tuning.

• Proficiency with RF simulation and CAD tools.

• Experience using RF test equipment including:

• Network Analyzers

• Spectrum Analyzers

• Oscilloscopes

• Power Meters

• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• High-power solid-state RF amplifier design experience.

• Experience working with both packaged surface-mount components and bare-die devices.

• Familiarity with ADS, HFSS, PADS, and AutoCAD.

• Knowledge of EMI/EMC testing, including MIL-STD-461 requirements.

• Experience designing circuits operating up to 40 GHz.

• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

Additional Requirements

Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to work on projects subject to U.S. export control regulations. Qualified applicants may include U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other individuals authorized to access export-controlled technologies.

If you are an experienced RF/Microwave Engineer seeking a technical leadership opportunity focused on advanced amplifier design and development, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

In accordance with New York salary transparency requirements, the anticipated annual base salary range for positions is: $160k-$180k annually. Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated project leadership background.

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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.

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

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

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

Pay Details: $160,000.00 to $180,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Danielle Morris

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

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

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.