RF / Electrical Systems Engineer

Tri Star Engineering, Inc.; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TRISTAR is seeking an RF / Electrical Systems Engineer (TIG) to join our team in Indiana. The role focuses on design, analysis, and optimization of RF and electrical infrastructure for test range operations, ensuring reliable communications and power systems.

The candidate will perform power system studies, RF measurements, and support fiber optic/copper cabling, with 3+ years in RF/electrical fields and a BS in Electrical Engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years of professional experience in electrical engineering, RF systems, telecommunications, or test infrastructure support.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, wireless telecommunications, and RF signal design/processing.
• Proficiency with RF circuit schematics and RF design components.

Responsibilities

• Provide RF and electrical engineering support for signal communications management and power distribution for test activities.
• Design, analyze, and optimize test range infrastructure, including wired and wireless systems.
• Manage fiber-to-cellular wireless tower architecture and related telecom infrastructure.
• Perform power system studies and reliability, safety, and performance improvements.
• Conduct RF measurements and diagnose complex RF-related issues.
• Prepare engineering documentation and reports for system readiness.
• Support field testing and lab work in varied environments.

Skills

RF engineering

Electrical systems

Communications

Power distribution

RF measurements

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RF test equipment

Job description

We are seeking a skilled RF / Electrical Systems Engineer (TIG) to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design, analysis, and optimization of critical electrical and communication infrastructure, ensuring the reliability and performance of our test range operations. If you have a strong background in RF and electrical engineering with a focus on communications and power systems, we encourage you to apply and become part of our innovative team.

Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Provide RF and electrical engineering support for signal communications management and power distribution in support of MXQT test and evaluation activities.
• Design, analyze, evaluate, and optimize electrical and electronic test range infrastructure, including wired and wireless communications systems.
• Manage and support fiber-to-cellular wireless tower architecture and associated telecommunications infrastructure.
• Manage and evaluate test range power distribution systems and support improvements to reliability, safety, and operational performance.
• Perform power system studies and engineering evaluations, including steady state, short circuit, dynamic stability, transient, harmonic, flicker, switching overvoltage, lightning, energization, and related analyses.
• Apply technical knowledge of electronics principles to troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and RF-related issues.
• Conduct electrical and RF measurements on systems and components using specialized diagnostic and test equipment.
• Support testing and evaluation of CIED and CUxS threat devices and associated processes.
• Evaluate equipment design, assess system performance, and provide recommendations for technical improvement.
• Test, evaluate, troubleshoot, repair, and support fiber optic and copper cable systems used in lab and range environments.
• Support fielded power and communication cabling through design, evaluation, maintenance, management, and repair on test ranges.
• Prepare support-equipment reports and related engineering documentation supporting system readiness and customer decision-making.
• May perform quality assurance testing of assemblies and equipment fabricated by technicians.
• Support work in both laboratory and outdoor field environments, including testing in variable weather and operational conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years of related professional experience in electrical engineering, RF systems, telecommunications, or test infrastructure support.
• Working knowledge of power and energy distribution, wireless telecommunications, and RF signal design/processing.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, including high and low voltage, power, current, and resistance.
• Proficiency with RF circuit schematics and RF design, including RF power, attenuation, filters, diplexers, antennas, and loads.
• Understanding of RF transmission concepts, including scattering parameters and RF power-flow behavior.
• Understanding of antenna theory and design, including physical geometry, material properties, and feed network impacts on coverage and efficiency.
• Experience conducting RF measurements, including RF power, frequency, occupied bandwidth, and modulation assessment.
• Familiarity with RF communication standards, modulation schemes, and communication protocols.
• Practical knowledge of wireless digital signal behavior, system tradeoffs, and environmental effects on performance.
• Familiarity with 3G, 4G, and 5G cellular technologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially in explaining technical matters clearly.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) credentials.
• Fiber optic certifications such as CFOT, CFOS/T, CFOS/D, CFOT S/O, CFOS/FC, or CFOS/W.
• OSHA 10/30 training or related hazard management experience.
• Experience supporting test ranges, RF labs, field instrumentation, or military telecommunications infrastructure.
• Experience with CIED, CUxS, EW systems, or threat-device test environments.
• Ability to support occasional field events, limited travel, and non-standard shifts as mission needs require.

Work Environment

• Primarily on site with a mix of office and laboratory work, plus field support during test events.
• Expected work split is approximately 80% on site / 20% in field support.
• May require occasional travel and support during 2nd or 3rd shift hours.

About TRISTAR

TRISTAR is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned professional services company supporting the U.S. Department of War programs. Our core competencies include Electronic Warfare, Enterprise Management, Full Spectrum Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Software Engineering and Development, Maritime Modernization and Engineering, and Technical Solutions.

TRISTAR was founded in March 1995 and has built an employee-focused collaborative environment which enables our team of professionals to create and deliver customized solutions to meet our customers' mission critical challenges. TRISTAR's core capabilities support customers with end-to-end solutions.

For over 30 years, TRISTAR has demonstrated and perfected our ability to successfully manage any task, small or large no matter how difficult or complex.

TRISTAR is proud to serve the Department of War and other Federal Agencies.

TRISTAR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.