Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer

Category: Electrical and Mechanical Engineering

Job Description

This position requires onsite work in Richardson, TX and an active Top Secret security Clearance. Candidates who do not hold this clearance are not eligible for hire.

Solidus is seeking a Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer to support production and sustainment programs within our Advanced RF Electronics Design Department. The ideal candidate will bring extensive knowledge across multiple RF platforms, including Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA), Digital Receiver Exciter (DREX) Subassemblies, and a wide range of RF measurement equipment. In this role, you will collaborate across engineering disciplines to diagnose, investigate, and resolve complex system and subsystem issues arising during production, testing, and field operations. This position requires strong technical leadership, hands-on troubleshooting skills, and the ability to mentor team members.

Day in the Life:

• Conduct failure investigations and provide recommendations to address systemic issues and prevent recurrence
• Develop analysis tools and perform simulations to support problem identification and resolution
• Execute trade studies to optimize system performance and guide future development
• Collaborate closely with Systems Engineers to develop and implement technical solutions
• Identify, manage, and mitigate technical risks
• Generate technical reports and present findings to management and customers
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Active Top Secret clearance is required
• Bachelor's Degree in Math, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, or a related STEM field
• 8 years of experience analyzing RF data, fault isolation, and subsystem-level troubleshooting
• Advanced experience using RF test equipment including Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Power Meters, Oscilloscopes, and DMMs
• Hands-on experience with RF/Antenna testing in compact ranges and anechoic chambers
• Experience calibrating and maintaining chamber equipment
• Extensive knowledge of Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA)
• Deep understanding of Digital Receiver Exciter (DREX) Subassemblies
• Experience supporting production programs
• Proficiency generating analysis tools with MATLAB
• Cultural fit amongst a collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience supporting operations across multiple site locations in a fast-paced production environment
• Experience generating and presenting preliminary and critical design reviews
• Prior experience conducting technical briefs or presentations
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Benefit selection, customer contractual specifications, relevant work experience, skills, competencies, certifications, and clearance status will influence the final salary.

What we will bring:

Solidus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities regarding all terms and conditions of employment to all employees and qualified applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The Company will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.