RF Field Engineer — Field & Lab Testing

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

ESPP

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a highly motivated RF engineer to design and implement RF systems and participate in hands-on field tests, live demonstrations, and range events.

This full-time role blends lab and field work with direct exposure to real-world RF environments. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, experience with RF test equipment, and the ability to work with customers in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• MS Degree in Electrical Engineering or BS Degree in Electrical Engineering/Physics with 3-5 years’ experience.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills with RF chains in the field and experience with RF test equipment.
• Comfortable interacting directly with customers and range personnel in field and demo settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform RF benchtop testing using signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and power meters.
• Lead RF experimentation efforts at field sites under senior engineers.
• Support setup, calibration, and operation of RF systems at field tests and live demonstrations.

Skills

RF troubleshooting

Field testing

Customer liaison

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

MS in Electrical Engineering

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Power meters

Job description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a highly motivated RF engineer to design and implement RF systems and participate in hands-on field tests, live demonstrations, and range events.

This full-time role blends lab and field work with direct exposure to real-world RF environments. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, experience with RF test equipment, and the ability to work with customers in dynamic environments.