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EVONA

Radio Frequency Engineer

EVONA, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Technical Recruiter at EVONA - Space & Defence | Aerospace | Deep Tech Onsite in Irvine, CA or Washington, DC

$133,000 - $169,000/YR

We’re partnered with a pioneering space technology company developing next-generation Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) payloads for advanced Earth observation. They’re seeking an experienced

RF Engineer

to play a key role in the design, development, and optimization of RF systems that power cutting‑edge radar technologies.

In this position, you’ll work cross‑functionally with multidisciplinary engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges and advance mission‑critical systems. You’ll also provide analytical insight, technical guidance, and engineering leadership across a range of projects and new technology initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Design, analyze, and optimize RF systems for SAR payloads to meet mission and performance goals

Lead complex designs involving high‑speed digitizers, low‑noise RF circuits, FPGAs, and embedded processors

Collaborate closely with systems and payload engineers to test and validate SAR payloads and data collection performance

Conduct detailed RF and microwave analysis for antennas and antenna arrays

Develop RF subsystem requirements and translate them into actionable engineering specifications

Perform simulations and analysis using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools

Generate technical documentation and communicate findings effectively across teams

Support business development activities by contributing technical input to RFIs and RFPs

Required Skills & Experience

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field

8+ years of experience in RF or electrical engineering roles

4+ years of experience in spacecraft systems, payload design, or related areas

Strong background in high‑speed electronics, RF design, and phased antenna array testing

Expertise in electromagnetics, RF theory, and antenna design principles

Experience in RF test automation and data analysis

Familiarity with SAR imaging concepts and system‑level design

Mastery of signal processing fundamentals, including complex‑valued data manipulation

Must be a US Citizen with an active or attainable TS/SCI clearance

Preferred Experience

Hands‑on experience with SAR payload design, integration, and testing

Background in space‑based or airborne payload development

Proficiency in embedded programming (C/C++) and FPGA design tools (Verilog/VHDL)

If you’re passionate about advancing SAR technology and contributing to meaningful missions in the space sector, this opportunity offers a chance to make an impact in a high‑performance engineering environment.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Space Research and Technology

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