Hardware Engineer

Que Technology Group, Inc., is seeking a Hardware Engineer who will be responsible for designing, installing, and testing RF systems, with a focus on SATCOM components and devices operating in various frequency bands, including but not limited to C‑band, X‑band, Ku‑band, Ka‑band, and Q/V‑band. The successful candidate will work on complex RF system design, installation, and testing, and will be required to travel up to 15% worldwide. The RF Design Engineer will ensure the smooth operation of our RF systems from design to deployment and will work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure systems meet user requirements. Required Qualifications Seven (7) years experience as a Hardware Engineer analyzing complex hardware systems for SIGINT solutions. Bachelor’s degree in Communications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional hardware engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. RF Design and installation of RF/SATCOM hardware (C‑, X‑, Ku‑, Ka‑, Q/V‑band) while accounting for atmospheric attenuation, ionospheric scintillation, rain‑fade, and polarization‑mismatch effects. Conduct site surveys, climb antennas, rack and align hardware, and operate earth‑terminal control consoles to establish and maintain wide‑band and satellite communication links. Perform preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance; troubleshoot on‑the‑spot malfunctions; apply anti‑jamming techniques and enforce safety/maintenance procedures. Use Keysight PNA‑X, FieldFox, Spec‑A, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and BER testers to measure S‑parameters, P1dB, TOI, NF, phase‑noise, group‑delay, and perform non‑linear analysis (IMD, spectral regrowth). Produce AutoCAD/Visio drawings, block diagrams, schematics, and technical design packages. Prepare engineering plans, as‑built documentation, test reports, and maintenance records; coordinate with cross‑functional teams (system architects, PMs, test sites). Travel up to 15% worldwide to support installations, testing, and maintenance in remote or austere environments. Hands‑on proficiency with Keysight PNA‑X, FieldFox, Spec‑A, RF signal generators, spectrum/network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and BER testers. Experience developing preventive‑maintenance schedules, conducting equipment inspections, and authoring safety‑rule documentation. Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of producing technical reports, engineering plans, and briefing packages for multi‑service audiences. Proven problem‑solving record: troubleshooting complex RF hardware, analyzing data printouts, implementing corrective actions that improve performance and maintainability. Leadership/mentoring ability: lead inspection teams, supervise maintenance activities, and train site personnel. Ability to carry equipment, climb antennas, and rack hardware. Knowledgeable of RF design, installation, and test, with a focus on SATCOM systems. Security Clearance TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. Benefits Competitive salary. Company Medical/Dental/Vision plans – Company paid. Short‑term Disability, Long‑term Disability and Life Insurance – Company paid. Business/First Class travel upgrade for 7 hour or longer flights & company card provided for expenses. Vacation / Personal days granted at 25 days per year. Paid Federal Holidays – 11 days. $5,000 Annual Professional Development Fund plus 40 paid hours if in class. 401(k) with 6% company match; all contributions immediately vested by Employee. Employee will be paid a bonus of $10,000 per employee hired based on their referral. Up to 3 paid Code Red days due to customer closure. Que Technology Group, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr