RF Hardware Engineer I, SATCOM & Field Deployments

Independent Software, Inc.; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Career development

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits

Job summary

Independent Software, Inc. is seeking an RF Hardware Engineer Level 1 in Annapolis, Maryland to design, install, and test advanced RF and SATCOM systems. The role involves working with RF systems across multiple frequency bands and requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Candidates with strong experience in RF system design and troubleshooting are preferred, along with an active TS SCI clearance. The position offers career development and competitive compensation within a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in RF system design, installation, and testing.
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and test RF and SATCOM hardware systems.
• Conduct site surveys and support installation activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve RF hardware issues.

Skills

RF system design

SATCOM systems

RF test equipment

RF signal propagation knowledge

Troubleshooting RF systems

System integration

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Field-based work

Climbing and lifting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Keysight PNA-X

FieldFox

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Oscilloscopes

BER testers

Job description

Independent Software, Inc. is seeking an RF Hardware Engineer Level 1 in Annapolis, Maryland to design, install, and test advanced RF and SATCOM systems. The role involves working with RF systems across multiple frequency bands and requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Candidates with strong experience in RF system design and troubleshooting are preferred, along with an active TS SCI clearance. The position offers career development and competitive compensation within a supportive culture.