RF Engineer

Voyager Technologies; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Gym memberships

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Voyager Technologies in San Diego, CA, seeks an experienced RF Engineer to design and validate RF subsystems across UHF to Ka-band, create PCB layouts, and support manufacturing and testing. This onsite role reports to the VP of Product Design.

The candidate should have 6+ years in RF hardware design, experience with LNAs/PAs up to 10W, strong simulations and Altium skills, and a proactive approach for fast-paced programs. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits await.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Master’s degree with an emphasis on RF.
• 6+ years of RF hardware/schematic design experience from UHF to Ka-band (Altium preferred).
• Experience designing LNAs and Power Amplifiers up to 10W at Ka/Ku-band.
• Analysis/simulations and PCB layout and test experience from UHF to Ka-band.
• Experience with RF test equipment and lab practices.
• Capable of multi-tasking and supporting production activities.
• Strong technical background and ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Responsibilities

• Derive and document RF subsystem requirements from top-level requirements.
• Produce RF schematics to capture the design.
• Layout and guide PCB layout based on schematic.
• Validate design; troubleshoot and test RF circuit boards and assemblies.
• Develop RF test procedures and perform tests when needed.
• Assist with manufacturing of complex PCBAs and resolve integration issues.
• Provide system integration and test troubleshooting support.
• Meet aggressive/accelerated schedule deadlines.
• Support design reviews and customer meetings.
• Participate in proposals and trade studies.

Skills

RF hardware design

LNA/PA design (Ka/Ku-band)

PCB layout (Altium)

RF testing

multi-project management

quickly learn new tech

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in RF/Electronics Engineering

Tools

Altium

AWR/MWO

Genesys/ADS

Job description

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security, and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets, leading in the race for technological and operational superiority from the ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers, and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt, and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers, and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The RF Engineer for our Products line is responsible for working on new designs based on customer requirements and products that contribute to our portfolio of product offerings, as well as solving issues with existing designs.

The position reports to the VP of Product Design and is part of the Engineering department. This role is onsite and based in San Diego, CA.

In This Role, The Essential Functions Are

• Derive and document RF subsystem (UC, DC, PA and LNA) requirements from system or top-level requirements
• Produce RF schematics to capture the design
• Layout and/or guide the layout of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) based on schematic
• Validate the design; troubleshoot and test complex RF circuit boards and assemblies
• Develop RF test procedures, possibly performing them when needed
• Assist with manufacturing of complex PCBAs and resolve issues with their integration into higher assemblies
• Provide system integration and test troubleshooting support
• Be able to meet aggressive/accelerated schedule deadlines.
• Support internal and external design and development gate reviews with related documentation
• Support customer meetings
• Participate in proposals and trade studies, including evaluating contractor and subcontractor proposals for technical feasibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Master’s degree with an emphasis on RF
• 6+ years of experience in RF hardware/schematic design (preferably Altium) from UHF to Ka-band
• Experience designing LNAs and Power Amplifiers up to 10W at Ka/Ku-band
• Analysis/simulations, PCB layout (preferably Altium) and test experience from UHF to Ka-band
• Experience with RF test equipment and lab practices
• Capable of multi-tasking; working on multiple projects & supporting production activities
• Strong technical background; capable of coming up-to-speed quickly on new technologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of space environment design issues including EMI/EMC, radiation, temperature, shock, vibration a plus
• Knowledge of Python, C/C++, MATLAB & scripting/test automation a plus
• Experience with EDA software such as Altium, AWR/MWO, Genesys/ADS, etc., a plus

The good faith base salary range for this role is $125,000-$195,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company, and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% to help you build long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

California pay range: $125,000-$195,000 USD