RF Hardware Design Engineer – Space Systems (Clearance Eligible)

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Palm Bay, FL is seeking an RF Hardware Design Engineer to contribute to design and development of advanced RF solutions for space‑to‑ground communication systems. You will work in a collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation, rapid development, and precision execution.

The role involves RF circuit design, schematic capture, PCB reviews, and hands‑on RF testing with VNAs and spectrum analyzers; cross‑functional collaboration with digital hardware,

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or higher with relevant RF hardware experience.
• Graduates with engineering master/PhD welcome; other candidates with 8+ years of related work may qualify.
• Experience in space environment design preferred.
• Ability to obtain US Security Clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate RF circuits including amplifiers, filters, mixers, and oscillators for space‑to‑ground links.
• Perform schematic capture and contribute to PCB layout reviews under senior engineers.
• Conduct RF testing with VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators; tune and characterize designs.
• Collaborate with digital hardware, firmware, antenna, and systems teams; support integration.
• Prepare design documentation and verification records per engineering standards.

Skills

RF Design

Schematic Capture

PCB Layout

VNA Testing

RF Simulation Tools

RF Fundamentals

Altium

Cadence Allegro

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Graduate Engineering Degree

8+ Years Experience (no degree)

Tools

ADS

AWR Microwave Office

HFSS

Altium

Cadence Allegro

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in Palm Bay, FL is seeking an RF Hardware Design Engineer to contribute to design and development of advanced RF solutions for space‑to‑ground communication systems. You will work in a collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation, rapid development, and precision execution.

The role involves RF circuit design, schematic capture, PCB reviews, and hands‑on RF testing with VNAs and spectrum analyzers; cross‑functional collaboration with digital hardware,