Intern – RF Engineer

FIRST RF; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

FIRST RF seeks a summer college intern in Boulder, CO to work with a senior engineer on RF, radar, and millimeter-wave systems. You will contribute across concept to test and production, expanding your hands-on aerospace experience.

Ideal candidates are self-starters with strong communication, problem-solving, and lab experience, and must be a U.S. citizen able to obtain a security clearance. Intern hours are full-time, 40/week, on-site.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen with ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
• Must reside in Colorado for the duration of the internship.
• Working on an Electrical Engineering degree; MS/PhD a plus.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; ability to convey complex concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Engage in development of RF and related systems across concept through production stages.
• Collaborate with a senior engineer to advance projects and meet tangible goals.
• Assist in design, fabrication, and testing of RF components and subsystems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Problem solving

Lab environment

Resilience

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (MS/PhD a plus)

Tools

Network analyzers

Spectrum analyzers

HFSS

CST

FEKO

Python

Job description

Brief Description

You, and other interns, will be paired up with a senior engineer at FIRST RF to engage in development of communication systems, radar systems, conformal antennas, space and navigation RF systems, and/or millimeter-wave RF systems. This development may involve any cycle of a product – from beginning concept to test and production. You will work as a key member within projects to accomplish tangible goals that will expand your professional experience, and your technical skill set in an aerospace environment. These positions are designed for self-starting individuals that enjoy challenges.

Brief Description

You, and other interns, will be paired up with a senior engineer at FIRST RF to engage in development of communication systems, radar systems, conformal antennas, space and navigation RF systems, and/or millimeter-wave RF systems. This development may involve any cycle of a product – from beginning concept to test and production. You will work as a key member within projects to accomplish tangible goals that will expand your professional experience, and your technical skill set in an aerospace environment. These positions are designed for self-starting individuals that enjoy challenges.

What To Expect

• A fast-paced cross-disciplinary environment that requires excellent communication skills and a strong desire to take an active role in a team
• Mentors and peers who you can seek out to tackle problems cooperatively
• Team members who will challenge you – and an expectation that you will challenge them
• Work given to you in areas you have never studied or experienced; we need you to be open and eager to develop skills in new areas
• A workplace where you will always have the tools you need to get the job done
• To get your hands dirty working with the team in the design, fabrication and testing of our products

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Must have U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
• Must reside in Colorado throughout the duration of the internship
• Must be working on a degree in Electrical Engineering (MS/PhD a plus)
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to peers, management, and customers
• A desire to find, explore, and solve new and challenging problems
• Comfortable in a lab environment
• A resiliency to fail fast and often

Preferred Education And Experience

• Have taken classes in electromagnetics, antenna design, passive and/or active microwave circuits, or wireless communication
• Experience using standard RF equipment such as network analyzers or spectrum analyzers
• Experience using commercial electromagnetic simulation software, such as HFSS, CST, or FEKO
• Lab experience with design, fabrication, and testing of RF technology
• Python programming experience

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a summer college intern position where the individual is expected to work 40 hours per week. Typical office hours include Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, however these hours can be flexible. Hybrid or virtual work arrangements are not allowed for this position.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. The employee will also regularly be seated at a desk and using a computer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office and laboratory environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and photocopiers, as well as specialized test equipment such as vector network analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.

About FIRST RF

FIRST RF is a fast-growing, multi-discipline, privately owned small business focused on engineering and manufacturing of advanced technologies - specifically in antennas and radio frequency (RF) systems. We are an energetic team empowered with world-class facilities and resources. We promote a culture which prioritizes innovation and responsiveness. By making bold investments in the development of groundbreaking technologies, FIRST RF has fielded award-winning products ranging from revolutionary passive antennas to highly complex, active antenna systems.

AAP/EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, and termination. The Company prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. We support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.