Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer Asc - Level1 with Security Clearance
The entry-level RF Engineer at Confidential Client supports manufacturing and troubleshooting of complex RF and microwave electronic modules used in high-reliability applications. This role involves hands-on circuit analysis, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and technical support to manufacturing operations, offering strong career growth in a cutting-edge engineering environment. The position requires proficiency with RF test equipment and eligibility for DoD security clearance.
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Role overview
Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Radio Frequency (RF) / microwave Engineer to join a manufacturing and product-development team in Chelmsford, MA. This hands-on role combines lab testing, troubleshooting, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams to support production of high-reliability RF modules. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and eligible for DoD clearance.
What You’ll Do
You will support manufacturing and test of complex RF/microwave modules used in demanding, high-reliability systems. Typical responsibilities include:
- Analyze and troubleshoot RF circuits (amplifiers, mixers, switches, frequency generation and conversion).
- Provide technical support to manufacturing and test teams to resolve assembly and test issues.
- Use RF/microwave test equipment for power, frequency, and signal measurements.
- Collaborate with hardware, systems, and circuit-design engineers along with technicians to drive product readiness.
- Participate in continuous learning and apply best practices for documentation, test procedures, and integration.
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related technical field.
- Academic experience or coursework using RF/microwave test equipment such as:
- Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Power Meters/Sensors
- Oscilloscopes, Digital Multimeters, DC Power Supplies, Pulse Generators
- U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.
- Demonstrated academic achievement.
Preferred / Desired skills
- RF/microwave undergraduate internship or hands-on project experience.
- Academic experience designing active or passive RF circuits.
- Familiarity with RF/microwave simulation tools (e.g., HFSS, CST) is a plus.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and experience resolving integration or test issues.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, specifications, and test data.
- Basic familiarity with embedded components (FPGAs, op amps, processors) is helpful.
Compensation & benefits
- Full-Time Salary Range: $75,400 – $140,000 per year (range provided by the hiring client).
- Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, parental leave, flexible schedules (e.g., 4x10), education assistance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and potential incentive programs.
- Relocation assistance may be available.
Note: Salary range is provided by the client as a guideline. Final offers reflect experience, skills, and business considerations and comply with applicable state pay-transparency rules.
Location & working conditions
- Worksite: Chelmsford, MA (onsite laboratory and manufacturing support).
- This is not a remote or telecommute role. U.S. citizenship and DoD clearance eligibility required.
Why join (confidential client)?
- Hands-on, technical early-career role with mentorship from experienced RF/microwave engineers.
- Opportunity to work across design, test, and manufacturing in a professional electronics lab environment.
- Strong career growth potential within engineering and manufacturing tracks.
Careertakes recruiter notes
Careertakes is supporting this posting as a third-party recruiting platform. We can help you understand the role, confirm your clearance eligibility, and present your profile to the confidential client. Applicants may receive access to other matched engineering roles through our platform.
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