Radio Frequency Engineer

About the role

You will work directly at the intersection of RF, digital, and mechanical engineering, gaining hands-on exposure across multiple disciplines while taking ownership of test automation and hardware validation for high-impact GNSS products.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to support RF design and characterize critical hardware components.
• Design and verify custom PCB boards and specialized test fixture assemblies.
• Spearhead automated design engineering validation tests using Python to optimize testing workflows.
• Execute end-to-end EVT, DVT, PVT, and RMA test procedures across multiple active product lines.
• Organize, analyze, and present key validation results to drive continuous product performance improvements.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with an emphasis on RF, Analog, or Communications preferred.
• 1+ years of experience with RF engineering (academic projects and internships count).
• Hands-on experience operating RF instruments such as VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, and general lab equipment.
• Proficiency using Python or similar languages for test automation and data analysis.
• Solid foundation in circuit theory and key RF metrics like gain, noise figure, intermodulation, and S-parameters.
• Strong practical skills working under a microscope, including manual surface mount soldering (0402 and 0201 parts).

Bonus Points For

• Experience with Cadence CIS Schematic Capture and Allegro PCB Design.
• Familiarity with schematic layout and PCB design techniques.
• Strong self-starter mindset with excellent collaborative communication skills.

Logistics

Location: Open to local candidates (City/State dependent on hiring team location)
Travel Requirement: 0–10%

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Trimble, we build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow.