Chief RF Engineer

About the role

The Chief RF Engineer will lead the technical direction and evolution of next-generation, high-frequency RF/microwave hardware and subsystems of test and measurement equipment. This role is responsible for driving high-impact architectural and technical decisions to ensure long-term competitiveness, performance, and reuse across platforms.

Responsibilities

• RF Technical Leadership & Architecture
• Influence design decisions through data-driven analysis, simulation, and empirical results
• Guide RF/microwave designs (e.g. front ends, LO/PLL, filters, mixers, PAs/LNAs, switches/couplers) to meet specifications and acceptance criteria
• Perform feasibility assessment of emerging technologies through research, prototyping, early modeling, and rapid experimentation
• Determine methods and procedures for new assignments
• Lead and review advanced RF system modeling, troubleshooting, and simulation-to-measurement correlation (e.g., LTspice, Ansys Designer, SI/PI simulation)
• Assess system-level performance including sensing paths, signal conditioning, and inter-device interfaces (SPI, I²C) when applicable to RF subsystems
• Review and strengthen test strategies, validation approaches, and design rigor are applied consistently across project teams
• Mentor other engineers, guide design reviews, and promote consistent engineering rigor across the team
• Build strong cross-functional relationships, influencing decisions through well-supported technical rationale

Qualifications

• 12+ years with a Bachelors in EE/ECE; OR 10+ with an advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D.)
• Proven experience designing, simulating, verifying, and releasing RF circuits/subsystems using industry-standard tools
• Mastery with RF instrumentation (VNA, spectrum/signal analyzers, vector generators, oscilloscopes)
• Ability to troubleshoot, simulate, and resolve embedded or mixed-signal issues at the board/system level
• Programming or scripting proficiency (Python required; MATLAB/LabVIEW beneficial)
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and technical decision-making abilities; demonstrated ability to lead through influence and mentor engineers
• Experience with end-to-end ownership from concept to ramp; DFM/DFT/NPI and supplier engagement experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in SI/PI for mixed-signal RF boards; grounding/shielding best practices and robust layout for isolation and stability
• Familiarity with regulatory and material/compliance constraints (e.g., EMC/safety, IEEE, MIL, RoHS/REACH) relevant to our markets
• Test and Measurement industry experience

Benefits

Commensurate with experience, including health insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more. Domestic/international travel (up to 10%) may be required.