Senior RF Design Engineer

Motorola Solutions; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonus plans

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

10 paid holidays & generous PTO

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid parental and family leave

Job summary

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Senior RF Design Engineer in West Los Angeles to drive RF subsystem development for STREAMCASTER products. You will lead antenna-to-baseband designs, oversee schematic capture and PCB layout, and ensure EMI compliance throughout the design cycle.

The role requires 5+ years of multi‑GHz RF hardware experience, strong RF layout knowledge, and hands‑on problem solving. Onsite work, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of multi‑GHz RF hardware development experience.
• Strong knowledge of RF board layout, fabrication, and packaging.
• Hands‑on experience addressing EMI, harmonics, spurious, and stability issues.
• Experience with RF simulation tools such as AWR Microwave Office and Altium.

Responsibilities

• Design antenna to baseband RF subsystems using discrete components or integrated RFICs (PLL, LNA, mixers, PA, etc.).
• Implement or supervise schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Characterize, tune, and troubleshoot RF performance.
• Ensure EMI performance meets regulatory requirements.
• Verify radio product passes emission and immunity regulations.
• Investigate and resolve RF‑related production yield problems.
• Improve designs for manufacturability.

Skills

RF design

EMI troubleshooting

PCB layout

Schematic capture

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AWR Microwave Office

Altium

Job description

Senior RF Design Engineer

Reporting to the Director of RF Engineering, you will actively participate in all aspects of the design process to develop the RF subsystem for Silvus’ StreamCaster MANET product line. This position is fully onsite, Monday through Friday, at Silvus Technologies’ HQ in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design antenna to baseband RF subsystems using discrete components or integrated RFICs (PLL, LNA, mixers, PA, etc.).
• Implement or supervise schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Characterize, tune, and troubleshoot RF performance.
• Ensure EMI performance meets regulatory requirements.
• Verify radio product passes emission and immunity regulations.
• Investigate and resolve RF‑related production yield problems.
• Improve designs for manufacturability.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of multi‑GHz RF hardware development experience.
• Strong knowledge of RF board layout, fabrication, and packaging.
• Hands‑on experience solving EMI, harmonics, spurious, and stability issues.
• Experience with RF simulation tools (e.g., AWR Microwave Office, Altium).
• U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) – mandatory due to federal contracts.
• Successful completion of a background check and drug test.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering.
• Excellent bench skills.
• Proactive problem‑solving mindset.
• Detail‑oriented and committed to quality.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team experience.
• Strong data analysis, deductive reasoning, and critical‑thinking skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Indoor air‑conditioned office facility.
• Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens during field tests or demonstrations.
• Responsibilities may include lifting up to 20 lbs., bending, reaching, kneeling or squatting, and walking within labs.
• Rare local travel to sites such as Irvine or West LA.

Compensation

$140,000 – $190,000 per year (subject to experience, knowledge, and skills).

Benefits

• Incentive bonus plans.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• 10 paid holidays and generous paid time off packages.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid parental and family leave.

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.