RF Systems Engineer — Quantum & Tactical RF Innovator

Quantum Computing Inc.; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) in Hoboken, NJ seeks an experienced RF/Systems Engineer to research, design, and apply advanced photonics and RF methods for strategic sensing and communications in defense applications.

The role emphasizes experimental design, RF theory, and hands‑on lab work with VNA, spectrum analyzers, and power electronics. Travel and clearance eligibility are considerations for this fast‑moving, innovative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Physics, Engineering Physics, RF Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Knowledge of antennas and microwave/photonic circuits.
• Experience with at least one computational EM solver (HFSS, CST, FEKO, AWG MO, or others) and understanding of MoM, FDTD, FEM.
• Familiarity with microwave PCB design best practices related to SI, Power Handling, Impedance Matching and EMI/EMC compliance.
• Strong foundation in PCB and antenna design related to DFM, DFT, DFA.
• Strong electrical engineering fundamentals in Analog, Power, and Digital Electronics.
• Advanced experience with amplifiers, hybrid couplers, circulators, attenuators, mixers and waveguides.
• Experience with microwave network design and optimization.
• Experience in hardware production, quality verification, analyzing variability and tolerances.
• Advanced experience comparing experimental measurement with simulated prediction of electromagnetic effects.
• Strong experience with RF communication bands, modulations and protocols.
• Hands‑on experience with lab instruments: DMMs, Oscilloscopes, VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers.
• Software knowledge across C, C++, MATLAB/Octave, or Python.
• Able to lift weights up to 50lbs (occasionally).
• DoD Security Clearance, or ability to obtain one, required.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of platforms based around classical and quantum photonics to tactical RF systems.
• Collaborate with physicists and engineers to design mission‑enabling RF systems.
• Evaluate component performance via board-level and system-level lab testing (LNAs, HPAs, filters, couplers, etc.).
• Work with hardware, mechanical, and quantum scientists during lab testing phases.
• Design or simulate RF antenna apertures, microwave and photonic structures; verify with tests.
• Integrate custom components into larger tactical systems.
• Maintain milestone‑level documentation: theory of operations, manufacturing docs, validation results.
• Perform integration testing to validate system performance.

Skills

Antennas & microwave circuits

RF engineering fundamentals

Experimental design

RF communications

C/C++/Python

Education

BS in Physics/Engineering (RF/Electrical)

Tools

Ansys HFSS

CST Microwave Studio

FEKO

AWG Microwave Office

Job description

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) in Hoboken, NJ seeks an experienced RF/Systems Engineer to research, design, and apply advanced photonics and RF methods for strategic sensing and communications in defense applications.

The role emphasizes experimental design, RF theory, and hands‑on lab work with VNA, spectrum analyzers, and power electronics. Travel and clearance eligibility are considerations for this fast‑moving, innovative team.