Embedded Systems Engineer

About the role

As an Embedded Engineer at FIRST RF, you will work as part of a team building cutting edge antenna prototypes and products. Your responsibilities will include the design and test of a wide variety of active antenna systems. We emphasize well rounded and collaborative engineers who enjoy being involved in all aspects of the design including schematics, board layout, software, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test embedded electronics for advanced active RF prototypes and products
• Develop and test firmware to support hardware architecture, integration, and verification
• Perform hands-on characterization and validation using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, and other electronic test equipment
• Participate in schematic capture, PCB layout reviews, and board bring-up activities
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, RF Engineers, and Mechanical Engineers
• Support troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and iterative design improvements across the full product lifecycle
• Document design decisions, test results, and technical findings for internal teams, management, and external customers
• Contribute to high-level system design as experience grows
• Assist in developing automated test

Qualifications

• Must have U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience designing and troubleshooting analog and digital circuits
• Experience with microcontroller programming in C
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to peers, management, and customers

Benefits

We offer all employees four weeks of PTO each year, flexible scheduling, hybrid work, tuition reimbursement, up to 6% 401(k) match, and healthcare, dental, and vision plans.