RF Engineer

Mach Industries; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Mach Industries is seeking an RF Engineer to lead the design of next‑generation RF front ends, transceivers, and high‑speed circuits for aerospace platforms.

You will work closely with electrical, software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to move concepts from idea to manufacturing, ensuring EMI/RFI mitigation and robust performance in real-world environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• Minimum 1 year RF design experience.
• Familiarity with impedance matching, smith charts, IP3/IMD, and phase noise.
• Experience with RF circuit simulation tools: AWR MWO, Keysight ADS, Genesys.
• Familiarity with Altium Designer and MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Design RF front ends and transceivers for phased arrays and high‑speed circuits.
• Address EMI/RFI issues and perform validation testing with RF test equipment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate RF/Microwave designs into aircraft and other systems.
• Analyze field RF performance and debug issues.
• Contribute to embedded software development.

Skills

RF design

Impedance matching

Smith charts

IP3/IMD

LNA

Mixers

VCOs

PLL/Synthesizers

RF circuit theory

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AWR MWO

Keysight ADS

Genesys

Altium Designer

MATLAB

Job description

About Mach Industries

Founded in 2023, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 350 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition.

About Mach Industries

Founded in 2023, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 350 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition.

The Role

As a member of the engineering team, you will take a lead role in the development of next-generation defense technologies, including but not limited to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), missiles, and advanced weapon systems. You’ll regularly interact with senior leadership to influence fundamental operation of our platforms while collaborating with electrical, software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to steer this project from initial conception to manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design of advanced RF front ends and transceivers in support of next generation products including phased arrays, transmitters, and receivers.
• Mastery and expertise of RF components such as matching networks, filter synthesis, LNAs, Mixers, VGA, PLL/Synthesizers, and VCOs.
• Design, schematic capture, and PCB layout of RF transceivers and High-Speed circuits.
• Utilize best practice and strategies to minimize and troubleshoot EMI/RFI issues.
• Perform design validation testing of prototype and production designs with test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum/signal analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, noise figure meters, and etc.
• Contribute to various aspects of the integration of the RF/Microwave designs into aircraft and other systems.
• Analyze in-the-field operational RF/Microwave performance data of units and investigate methods to improve performance and debug issues.
• Contribute to development of embedded software.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in RF design and development.
• Experience with basic RF concepts such as impedance matching, smith charts, power handling metrics (IP3, IMD, Harmonic Distortion, Phase Noise), microwave network analysis.
• Familiarity with one or more of the mainstream RF circuit simulation tools: AWR MWO, Keysight ADS, Genesys.
• Familiarity with Altium Designer and Matlab

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with antenna concepts.
• Familiarity with Radar concepts and design.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Strong design background with a history of problem solving and taking on new challenges.

Additional Requirements

• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Engineer

$120,000—$155,000 USD

At Mach, we believe that compensation is more than just a paycheck. It's a comprehensive package designed to reward the time, skills, and expertise you bring to our team. We are committed to offering competitive compensation that is equitable, transparent, and aligned with market trends.

Key Elements Of Our Compensation Philosophy

• Competitive Salaries: We continuously research market rates to ensure our salaries are competitive with those in our industry and geographic location.
• Performance-Based Incentives: Our bonus structure is tied to both individual and company performance, creating a win-win scenario that motivates our team members to excel.
• Equity Participation: We offer stock options or equity to employees, ensuring that you share in the success and growth of the company.
• Benefit Packages: Our benefits include healthcare, dental and vision plans, retirement savings, and paid time off, because we understand that your well-being extends beyond the office.
• Professional Development: We allocate funds for continuing education, training, and career growth.
• Transparency: We are committed to openness about our compensation tiers and how decisions are made, ensuring trust and mutual respect.

By joining Mach, you’re not just accepting a job—you’re becoming a key part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your growth. Together, we aim to create a rewarding environment that sets the stage for long‑term success.

Data Privacy

To view Mach Industries candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://machindustries.com/privacy-policy.

Disclosures

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

Mach participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and training, critical skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Mach’s total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Mach is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.