RF Electrical Engineer, Antenna Systems

ALTEN Technology USA

. Select antennas and define placement on the airframe, docks, and ground systems .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in RF engineering, including antenna selection, PCB design, and RF performance analysis, while ensuring compliance with aerospace regulations. Proficient in using RF simulation tools and test equipment to validate designs and document results.

Highest-signal resume keywords

RF Engineering ExperiencePCB Design ExperienceAntenna Selection and IntegrationRF Simulation ToolsAerospace Regulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

RF FundamentalsLink BudgetsImpedance MatchingRadiation PatternsPCB Circuitry DesignRF Performance AnalysisAntenna PlacementCable Routing

Tools & Technologies

HFSSCSTVNASpectrum Analyzer

Industry Keywords

AerospaceUAVFAA Airworthiness RequirementsRF ComplianceDrone Delivery System

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Select antennas and define placement on the airframe, docks, and ground systems
Design and review RF-related PCB circuitry and layout
Analyze RF performance, coverage, and interference between subsystems
Coordinate antenna mounting and cable routing with mechanical and harness engineers
Plan and support RF testing and validation; document results
Lead antenna selection and placement across the complete system and support related PCB design work for a drone delivery system

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Electrical Engineering or related field
5+ years of RF engineering experience
PCB design experience (mandatory)
Hands-on antenna selection and integration experience
Strong RF fundamentals: link budgets, impedance matching, radiation patterns
Familiarity with the aerospace regulatory environment (FAA airworthiness requirements) and RF compliance (e.g., FCC)
UAV or aerospace product experience (preferred)
RF simulation tools such as HFSS or CST (preferred)
RF test equipment such as VNA and spectrum analyzer (preferred)
Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening
Must be able to work in the United States based on the stated eligible locations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Mentorship
Career growth opportunities
Comprehensive benefits
Potential extension to a long-term role if candidate is strong in PCB design