RF Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Utah Valley, UT that is in need of a Senior to Principal-level RF Phased Array Antenna Engineer to play a key role in the design, development, and validation of advanced antenna systems. This is a hands-on, onsite role supporting both existing products and new development efforts, with meaningful ownership across the full engineering lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the design and development of phased array antennas
* Design antenna elements, array architectures, feed networks, and beamforming systems
* Perform electromagnetic (EM) simulations
* Conduct link budget analysis and system-level RF performance evaluations
* Analyze antenna and RF measurement data and refine designs based on results
* Oversee prototyping, testing, integration, and validation of antenna systems in lab and limited field environments
* Perform antenna and RF measurements
* Design printed circuit assemblies (PCAs) that include RF, digital, and power circuitry
* Support board bring-up, debugging, and validation
* Develop scripts for test automation, calibration, data analysis, and RF/antenna performance evaluation
* Collaborate cross-functionally with RF, microwave, DSP, systems, embedded, and mechanical engineering teams

REQUIREMENTS:
* Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (PhD preferred)
* 7+ years of experience in antenna engineering with a strong focus on phased array systems

Deep understanding of:
* Electromagnetics and antenna theory
* Phased array principles (beam steering, grating lobes, mutual coupling)
* RF and microwave circuit design

* Hands-on experience with HFSS, CST and/or FEKO (preferred)
* Proficiency with Python or MATLAB for modeling, simulation, data analysis, and automation
* Experience performing antenna and RF measurements using professional lab equipment
* Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools, preferably Altium
* Ability to work onsite in a hardware-focused, laboratory environment

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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