RF Engineer I: Space Systems & Signals

Redwire Space NV; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwire Space is seeking an RF Engineer I in Longmont, CO. This early‑career role focuses on building RF models, correlating simulations with tests, and maturing tools that accelerate analysis for space applications.

You'll work under senior engineers, gaining hands‑on experience with HFSS/ADS, PCB layout, and scripting to automate workflows while delivering robust RF solutions for multi‑domain environments.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field; candidates graduating Dec 2026 welcome.
• 0–2 years of RF/electronics experience or internships accepted.
• Hands-on RF simulation techniques and software knowledge.
• Familiarity with RF fundamentals: S-parameters, impedance matching, transmission lines.

Responsibilities

• Develop RF simulation models of components and end-to-end systems to predict performance.
• Perform data-sheet reviews and RF trade studies to optimize architecture.
• Build 3D electromagnetic models for cavity/enclosure analysis.
• Schematic capture and PCB layout with HFSS/K-S tools and RF best practices.
• Develop scripts/tools to automate simulations and data processing.
• Support lab characterization, test setups, and verification against models.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to meet technical and schedule needs.
• Maintain design documentation including CAD drawings, BOMs, and test procedures.
• Contribute to project reviews with analysis results and data.

Skills

RF design basics

RF simulation

Scripting: Python/MATLAB/C/C++

Schematic capture/PCB layout

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Aerospace/ITAR familiarity

Measurement and testing

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Ansys HFSS

Keysight ADS

Altium Designer

Cadence/OrCAD/KiCad

Job description

Redwire Space is seeking an RF Engineer I in Longmont, CO. This early‑career role focuses on building RF models, correlating simulations with tests, and maturing tools that accelerate analysis for space applications.

You'll work under senior engineers, gaining hands‑on experience with HFSS/ADS, PCB layout, and scripting to automate workflows while delivering robust RF solutions for multi‑domain environments.