Staff Engineer - RF/Wireless

EchoStar; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 152,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

EchoStar is seeking a Staff Engineer - RF/Wireless in Englewood, Colorado to drive RF system architecture for next-generation outdoor units and satellite tech. You will lead cross-disciplinary efforts across RF, firmware, software, and test to ensure scalable, reliable performance.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Electronic/Electrical Engineering with 6 years’ RF/wireless experience, expertise in RF tools (Keysight ADS, HFSS, CST), and hands-on testing (VNA, spectrum analyzers).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering (US equivalent) plus 6 years RF/wireless experience.
• 6 years RF/microwave circuit and system design incl. transmitters, front-end circuits, filters, power amplifiers, LNAs, impedance matching.
• 6 years RF simulation tools: Keysight ADS, Cadence AWR, HFSS, CST Studio Suite.
• 6 years RF testing/validation with VNAs, spectrum analyzers, power meters.
• 3 years automated RF test development: LabVIEW, NI TestStand, Python/JS/C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Develop RF/wireless system architecture strategies for next-gen outdoor unit and satellite/DBS tech.
• Define roadmaps for RF subsystems across product lines for interoperability and reliability.
• Lead RF research initiatives, identify gaps, evaluate technologies, and steer engineering direction.
• Oversee system-level integration of RF with hardware, firmware, software, and test environments.

Skills

RF/wireless design

RF testing & validation

Automation testing (LabVIEW/NI TestSta

Programming: Python/JavaScript/C/C++

RF performance metrics (SNR/EVM)

Education

Bachelor’s or US-equivalent in Electronic/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Keysight ADS

Cadence AWR

HFSS

CST Studio Suite

VNA / spectrum analyzers

Job description

Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business spans satellite television service, streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, 5G wireless consumer and commercial services, internet and other enterprise products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Department Summary

Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Staff Engineer - RF/Wireless (Dish Network LLC, Englewood, Colorado)

Development of RF/wireless system architecture strategies for next-generation outdoor unit (ODU) platforms, satellite/DBS technologies, and emerging wireless communication systems (10%); define technical roadmaps for RF subsystem integration, interoperability, scalability, reliability, and lifecycle sustainability across multiple product lines (10%); operate as a principal technical lead for advanced RF research & development initiatives, independently identifying technical gaps, evaluating emerging technologies, and establishing engineering direction for future product development efforts (10%); system-level integration of RF subsystems with hardware, firmware, software, manufacturing, and test environments to ensure optimized product performance and cross-platform compatibility (10%); develop engineering specifications, feasibility analyses, technical proposals, and architecture recommendations supporting next generation wireless technologies and strategic product initiatives (10%); perform advanced RF modeling, electromagnetic simulation, and performance optimization activities using tools including Ansys HFSS, Keysight ADS, and related simulation platforms (10%); define RF performance requirements and evaluate design tradeoffs related to interoperability, reliability, manufacturability, interference mitigation, impedance matching, and regulatory compliance (8%); conduct and oversee system-level validation activities utilizing Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, and related laboratory instrumentation to verify RF performance objectives (6%); identify and mitigate complex system-level integration risks, including signal degradation, parasitic effects, interoperability limitations, and cross-platform performance issues (5%); establish technical standards and best practices for RF architecture, simulation, integration, validation, and production readiness across engineering teams and product platforms (5%); coordinate technical development activities among RF, firmware, software, systems, manufacturing, and test engineering teams to support product release objectives (5%); present technical strategies, architecture decisions, integration risks, performance findings, and product roadmap recommendations to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders (4%); provide technical leadership regarding RF system architecture, integration methodologies, advanced simulation techniques, and performance optimization activities (4%); and support certification and compliance readiness activities by incorporating regulatory and system-level requirements into RF architecture and integration planning (3%). Salary: $152,443 - 157,300 per year.

Skills, Experience and Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree or U.S. equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, plus 6 years of professional experience as a RF or Hardware Engineer or any occupation, job title, position involving RF/wireless system design, simulation, integration, testing, and performance optimization.

Must also have experience in the following: 6 years of professional experience in RF and microwave circuit and system design, including RF transmitters, front-end circuits, filters, power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, impedance matching networks, baluns, and wireless link budget optimization for frequencies ranging from low GHz through mmWave frequencies; 6 years of professional experience using RF simulation and modeling tools, including Keysight ADS, Cadence AWR,HFSS, and CST Studio Suite; 6 years of professional experience designing, testing, and optimizing RF communication systems and wireless protocols, including DVB-S/S2X, Wi-Fi(802.11), Bluetooth/BLE, ZigBee/RF4CE,and LoRa; 6 years of professional experience performing RF testing, characterization, and validation using laboratory instrumentation, including vector network analyzers (VNA),spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power meters; 6 years of professional experience analyzing RF performance metrics, including SNR,BER/MER/PER, EVM, noise figure, harmonics, spurious emissions, ACPR, and interference mitigation for RF and wireless systems; 6 years of professional experience performing RF circuit optimization, debugging, validation, and system-level performance analysis, including antenna integration, impedance matching, and mitigation of parasitic effects; 3 years of professional experience developing automated RF test solutions using LabVIEW, NI TestStand, Python, JavaScript, and C/C++; and 3 years of professional experience preparing RF engineering documentation, including BOMs, validation reports, test procedures, design specifications, PCB fabrication guidance, tuning procedures, and product qualification documentation.

Benefits

We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact [e-mail] if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.Click the links to access the following statements: EEO Policy Statement, Pay Transparency, EEOC Know Your Rights (English/Spanish)

Salary Range

USD $152443.00 - $157300.00 / Year