Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer

Synectics Inc.; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. is seeking an experienced RF Engineer to design and simulate RF circuits and components, including amplifiers, filters, and mixers. You will perform hands-on testing in the lab using spectrum and network analyzers for validation.

Role requires strong RF theory knowledge and experience with HFSS, ADS, Microwave Office, and Altium; Python or MATLAB for data analysis is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years RF engineering experience in hardware design or wireless.
• Experience with RF design tools: HFSS, ADS, Microwave Office, Altium.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate RF circuits and components, including amplifiers, filters, and mixers.
• Perform laboratory testing and validation using spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and probe stations.
• Analyze and optimize gain, noise figure, VSWR, linearity, and phase noise.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, firmware developers, and project teams throughout design, testing, and production.
• Use simulation tools and scripting languages to support RF design, automated testing, and data analysis.

Skills

RF design

Lab testing

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Data analysis

Scripting

Education

Bachelors/Master's in EE

Tools

ANSYS HFSS

Keysight ADS

Microwave Office

Altium

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design and simulate RF circuits and components, including amplifiers, filters, and mixers.
• Perform laboratory testing and validation using spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and probe stations.
• Analyze and optimize gain, noise figure, VSWR, linearity, and phase noise.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, firmware developers, and project teams throughout design, testing, and production.
• Use simulation tools and scripting languages to support RF design, automated testing, and data analysis.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in RF engineering, hardware design, or wireless communications.
• Experience with RF design and simulation tools such as ANSYS HFSS, Keysight ADS, Microwave Office, and Altium.
• Proficiency with RF laboratory equipment, including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, probe stations, and oscilloscopes.
• Strong knowledge of electromagnetic theory, transmission lines, and RF/microwave circuit design.
• Experience with Python or MATLAB/Simulink for test automation and data analysis.