RF Engineer

JOB TITLE: RF Engineer
LOCATION:Chelmsford, MA
PAY RATE: $97.12/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

• Shift: 4/10A-3rd Shift

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Supports production of complex multi-function modules for high-reliability applications across the product lifecycle.

• Resolves technical problems associated with implementation of operational products.

• Collaborates with hardware, systems, circuit design engineers, and manufacturing support personnel.

• Uses RF microwave test equipment for troubleshooting and testing.

• Uses microwave simulation tools for design and analysis.

• Applies knowledge of RF subsystems including antennas, transmitters, receivers, microwave components, low noise amplifiers, high power amplifiers, electronic modules, mixers, switches, frequency generation circuits, and frequency conversion circuits.

• Develops technical documentation including specifications, schematic drawings, and test data.

• Leads failure investigations on production or technical issues.

• Works with microelectronics assembly techniques.

• Interfaces with customers including technical presentations.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Active Secret clearance required to start.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or STEM with 5+ years of relevant professional engineering experience.

• Experience with troubleshooting designs and resolving integration issues in a production or manufacturing environment.

• Experience with hands-on hardware.

• Experience with RF microwave test equipment and microwave simulation tools.

• Preferred: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.

• Preferred: Significant relevant experience in the defense electronics industry.

• Preferred: Expertise with RF subsystems and hardware including antennas, transmitters, receivers, microwave components, low noise amplifiers, high power amplifiers, electronic modules, mixers, switches, frequency generation circuits, and frequency conversion circuits.

• Preferred: Experience with microelectronics assembly techniques and technical documentation including specifications, schematic drawings, and test data.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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