RF Hardware Engineering Co-Op

At Comtech, we design and deliver cutting-edge communications systems that power next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications, and cloud-native technologies for commercial and government customers around the world. Our culture of innovation and employee empowerment fuels a relentless passion for customer success.

About the role

This internship provides a hands-on, real-world RF Hardware design experience for a highly motivated and analytical candidate. The RF Hardware Engineering Intern will support core RF hardware engineering activities by assisting with PCB-level RF design tasks, performing guided laboratory work, and contributing to documentation and analysis efforts. Work will be project-focused, scoped for a learning environment, and performed under the mentorship of senior engineers. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Engineering under the Space and Satellite segment, offering rare visibility and exposure for an intern-level role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with RF PCB design and schematic work.
• Support component research and selection.
• Help with board bring-up and RF signal path debug.
• Perform spurious, flatness, and phase noise measurements and analysis.
• Perform signal-integrity simulations with guidance.
• Document test results and contribute to design updates.

Requirements

• Completion of a graduate-level RF/Microwave Circuit Design course.
• Proficiency with RF circuit simulation tools and PCB trace signal integrity modeling (ADS, Genesys, Spice, etc.) is a plus.
• Familiarity with RF front-end gain analysis is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to write clearly and concisely.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant Master’s Degree program (Electrical Engineering or related discipline).

Pay

The pay range reflects the expected base salary for this position. Final compensation will be based on role, level, skills, experience, and geographic location.

This position requires compliance with Comtech’s Drug-Free Workplace Program. Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire. Employees may be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident testing. Illegal drug use — including marijuana, regardless of state law — is disqualifying under federal adjudicative guidelines and DoD DFARS requirements.