Specialist, RF / Wireless Engineer

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a skilled Specialist, RF / Wireless Engineer to design, develop, and validate RF circuits and systems powering mission-critical defense applications.

You will work closely with mechanical, software, and systems teams to ensure RF integration across platforms and meet stringent reliability standards. The role requires hands-on RF simulation, testing, and documentation, with opportunities to contribute to high-impact defense programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of RF signal processing experience.
• 4+ years of RF test & measurement experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross functional team of mechanical, software, and systems engineering to integrate RF solutions.
• Design, develop, and test RF circuits and systems for high-reliability applications.
• Analyze system requirements and propose technical solutions.
• Perform RF simulations and validation testing.
• Must have knowledge of VHDL, MATLAB, or vendor-specific modeling, simulation, and FPGA logic tools for RF signal processing.
• Generate documentation and technical reports as required.
• Travel up to 10% as needed.
• Support production and troubleshooting.

Skills

RF signal processing

RF test & measurement

VHDL MATLAB

FPGA design

LabVIEW

Factory test equipment

Radar systems

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

8+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

ADS

HFSS

Antenna design tools

EMI/EMC testing tools

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Specialist, RF / Wireless Engineer

Job Code: 45874

Job Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Schedule: 4/10s

Job Description:

Are you passionate about designing RF solutions that power mission-critical systems? Join our expert team of engineers where you’ll contribute to innovative projects and see them come to life on the production floor. At our company, we offer opportunities for technical growth, hands-on experience, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on defense capabilities. If you’re ready to shape the future of RF engineering, apply now and help us deliver solutions that truly make a difference.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with cross functional team of mechanical, software, and systems engineering to integrate RF solutions.
• Design, develop, and test RF circuits and systems for high-reliability applications.
• Analyze system requirements and propose technical solutions.
• Perform RF simulations and validation testing.
• Must have a functional knowledge of VHDL, MATLAB, or vendor-specific modeling, simulation, and FPGA logic tools geared toward RF signal processing design and analysis
• Generate documentation and technical reports as required.
• Support production and troubleshooting.
• Lead or support design reviews and present findings to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and customer requirements.
• Proficient in MS Office and associated applications
• Travel as required: up to 10%.
• Ability to obtain a DOD Secret Security Clearance which requires US Citzenship.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• 4 years’ experience or more with RF signal processing concepts and techniques.
• 4 years’ experience or more with RF test and measurement equipment.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Hands-on experience with RF modeling and simulation tools (e.g., ADS, HFSS).
• Familiarity with antenna design and RF test equipment.
• Understanding of EMI/EMC compliance and mitigation techniques.
• Previous involvement in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience with the LabView programming environment
• Experience designing, programming, deploying and supporting factory test equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Experience in design, manufacturing, and testing of low power radar systems

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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