RF Engineer

Mercury Systems, Inc.; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Stock awards

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mercury Systems, Inc. in Oxnard, CA is seeking an RF Engineer to drive hands‑on testing of RF components, own BOMs, and help shape next‑gen RF assemblies. You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team on early design concepts through production, feeding results back into simulations and designs for performance gains.

The role requires a BS in electrical engineering, basic RF knowledge, and the ability to communicate results clearly. DoD security clearance is required to start; U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with RF foundations.
• 0–1+ years hands-on RF experience or academic RF projects.
• Strong RF theory knowledge from coursework, labs or research.
• Proficient with oscilloscopes, analyzers and diagnostic tools to bring data to life.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; U.S. citizenship required for clearance.

Responsibilities

• Drive hands-on testing and analysis of RF components and modules.
• Own BOM creation and upkeep; design/test fixtures to accelerate development.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on projects and document workflows.
• Provide engineering support and troubleshoot to optimize performance.

Skills

RF theory

Test equipment

Written comms

DoD clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal analyzers

VNAs

CAD tools

Job description

Mercury Systems is seeking a motivated, passionate RF Engineer to join our Oxnard, CA team, where you’ll help shape the next generation of advanced RF components and integrated assemblies. In this hands‑on role, you’ll collaborate closely with experienced engineers as part of a fast‑moving, multidisciplinary team committed to innovation and technical excellence. You’ll play a key role in evaluating RF components and modules, feeding real‑world results back into simulations and designs to elevate module and system performance.

This is an opportunity to thrive in a tight knit, highly collaborative environment where you can grow both technically and professionally while contributing to multiple exciting projects. From early design concepts through full production, you’ll engage with cutting‑edge, complex technologies that challenge and inspire.

Job Responsibilities:

• Drive hands‑on testing and analysis of RF components and modules, ensuring designs perform at their highest potential
• Own the creation and upkeep of bills of materials (BOMs), contributing directly to the success of cutting‑edge RF assemblies
  Design innovative test fixtures that enable advanced RF characterization and accelerate development cycles
  Jump into active engineering projects, helping to shape new product initiatives and push technical boundaries
  Create and maintain clear, high‑quality technical documentation that supports seamless design and production workflows
• Provide energetic engineering support for existing products while collaborating closely with senior engineers to troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance performance

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, with a passion for diving into RF technology
  Typically requires 0-1+ years of hands‑on or academic experience building a foundation in RF engineering
  Strong understanding of RF theory demonstrated through coursework, lab projects, research, or industry exposure
  Comfortable using essential electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, and other diagnostic tools to bring data to life
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical insights
  Enthusiastic, fast learner ready to grow quickly and contribute meaningfully to a dynamic engineering environment
  This position will require a DoD Security Clearance to start working on the first day. If you don’t have one Mercury Systems will initiate the process to obtain a Clearance upon acceptance of job offer
• “This position requires you to have or obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.”

Preferred Qualifications:

• An active DoD Security Clearance, enabling immediate engagement with classified programs
• Strong grasp of RF circuit fundamentals and design principles, with the curiosity and drive to push technical limits
  Experience using powerful RF simulation tools such as AWR, MATLAB, HFSS, or similar circuit/EM platforms to bring concepts to life
  Familiarity with CAD tools for circuit design and layout, supporting efficient development from idea to implementation
  Ability to independently perform advanced RF measurements using VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and other high‑performance lab instruments

Fulltime Equivalent Job Grade Salary Range for this position

• $56,700.00 - $113,400.00 annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in FL, GA, IN, AZ, AL, MD or TX, and all remote employees
• $63,500.00 - $127,000.00 annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in VA, CA, NH or MA
• $66,900.00 - $133,800.00 annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in NJ

Additional Information

Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including:

• the role and related responsibilities;
• education, training, skills and certifications;
• internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles;
• geographic location; and
• alignment with market data.

In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including:

• bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions);
• health, life and disability insurance;
• company‑paid holidays and time off;
• discounted employee stock purchase plan;
• tuition reimbursement; and
• access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse.

Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock‑based awards.

Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule that provides employees more opportunity for work/ life balance (available based off location)

Why Mercury?

Why should you join Mercury Systems?

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

Our Culture

Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two‑way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.