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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level RF Engineer I to join their wireless engineering team in Aurora, CO. This role is designed for early-career engineers who want hands-on experience with 4G LTE and 5G network design, drive-test analysis, and performance optimization while learning from experienced RF engineers.

Estimated (Adzuna data): $131,480 per year — use for candidate reference only.

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Responsibilities

• Assist with RF network design, coverage analysis, and propagation modeling for macro, small cell, and DAS deployments.
• Support senior engineers with link budget calculations and coverage predictions.
• Analyze network performance KPIs such as RSRP, SINR, throughput, and call-drop rates.
• Perform drive-test and walk-test data analysis using tools such as TEMS, Nemo, or Actix.
• Help troubleshoot network performance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare RF engineering documentation, reports, and design review materials.
• Collaborate with RAN engineering, field operations, and construction teams.
• Participate in design reviews and planning meetings; follow engineering standards and documentation practices.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of RF engineering or wireless telecommunications experience (internships and co-ops count).
• Basic understanding of LTE and 5G radio technologies and network architecture.
• Familiarity with RF fundamentals: propagation, link budgets, path loss, and interference.
• Comfortable with data analysis, interpreting KPIs, and creating clear technical reports.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn on the job.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to work in cross-functional teams.

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Preferred / Nice-to-have

• Hands-on experience with drive-test tools (TEMS, Nemo, Actix) or network performance tools.
• Coursework or projects involving propagation modeling, MATLAB/Python scripting, or RF simulation tools.
• Familiarity with RAN components and network optimization workflows.
• Active security clearance or prior telecom field experience (beneficial but not required).

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What You’ll Get

• Mentorship from senior RF engineers and exposure to real-world 4G/5G network projects.
• Practical experience across the design-to-optimization lifecycle for wireless networks.
• Veteran-friendly employer and inclusive workplace — veterans and veteran spouses are encouraged to apply.
• Competitive pay (see estimate above) and benefits provided by the hiring organization.

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Location & Employment Type

• Location: Aurora, CO (on-site / hybrid arrangements will be determined by the hiring organization).
• Employment type: Full-time.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

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