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Your work will directly influence the performance, manufacturability, and long-term reliability of high-power, high-frequency systems deployed in some of the world's most challenging environments.\n\nWhat You'll Do\n\nDesign innovative quasi-optical and spatial power-combining architectures.\n\nPerform electromagnetic, RF, and microwave simulations using industry tools (ADS, AWR, HFSS, CST) and translate results into optimized hardware designs.\n\nArchitect and simulate RF/microwave circuits and subsystems—including power amplifiers, converters, synthesizers, filters, mixers, and T/R modules—to meet system-level requirements.\n\nSpecify, source, and evaluate RF components (transistors, mixers, switches, passives) for use in high-power, high-reliability applications.\n\nDevelop detailed test plans, configure measurement systems (VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters), and characterize prototype hardware for gain, efficiency, power, noise figure, linearity, stability, and thermal behavior.\n\nPrepare documentation including design reports, test results, root-cause analyses, failure reports, and manufacturing support materials.\n\nCollaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, thermal, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams to ensure designs are robust, manufacturable, and aligned with reliability and production standards.\n\nSupport new product introduction (NPI) efforts—design reviews, manufacturability assessments, prototype builds, and issue resolution during production ramp-up.\n\nTroubleshoot and resolve issues related to design, testing, reliability, and manufacturing, providing corrective actions and continuous improvement recommendations.\n\nStay informed on emerging RF and microwave technologies and contribute to technology roadmaps and process improvement initiatives.\n\nQualifications\n\nHands‑on experience designing, simulating, producing, and validating RF/microwave circuits and subsystems.\n\nProficiency using RF test equipment including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and power meters.\n\nStrong math abilities, including calculus and spatial reasoning.\n\nSelf‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.\n\nStrong sense of ownership, responsibility, and professional discretion.\n\nExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate across all organizational levels.\n\nBachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field.\nMinimum of 3 years of direct experience in RF hardware design and measurement.\nElectronic Warfare (EW) or radar experience is a plus.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Upcoresolutions","rawCompany":"upcoresolutions","city":"Cypress","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-03T03:13:34.869Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334220","title":"Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"radio-and-television-broadcasting-and-wireless-communications-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"334290","title":"Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-communications-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"RF Spatial Engineer","description":"About the Role\nOur client is seeking an RF Engineer, you will help architect, design, and validate the advanced RF and microwave subsystems that enable mission-critical communications across aerospace, defense, and satellite markets. 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