RF Design Engineer

Radio Frequency (RF) Design Engineer

Location: SeaTac, WA
Workplace Type: Hybrid with ability for regional travel

Overview

We are seeking an experienced RF Design Engineer to support a next-generation air/ground communications program focused on designing and deploying large-scale radio network infrastructure nationwide. This role plays a critical part in modernizing radio communications across hundreds of operational sites and supports mission-critical aviation systems.
This position is ideal for engineers with strong systems engineering fundamentals, hands-on RF infrastructure experience, and the ability to lead technical design efforts from concept through installation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale radio network planning, including site surveys, RF configurations, rack layouts, and cable routing
• Create site installation engineering packages, including:
  • Detailed drawings
  • Bills of Materials (BOMs)
  • Installation steps and schematics
• Develop system design packages to support site preparation, procurement, and deployment
• Perform requirements definition and system decomposition
• Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies for system modeling and documentation
• Conduct engineering trade-off analyses to support design decisions and system optimization
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams and junior engineers
• Facilitate technical working groups and participate in design reviews
• Collaborate with field engineering, deployment teams, and program leadership
• Ensure designs align with program standards, engineering best practices, and operational requirements

Required Qualifications

• Experience with RF engineering and radio communication systems
• Hands-on experience creating installation engineering packages (drawings, BOMs, schematics)
• Experience in systems engineering processes
• Experience applying MBSE principles
• Ability to perform technical evaluations and trade studies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Radio communication systems supporting telecommunications or aviation infrastructure
• Site survey analysis and site engineering documentation
• Experience supporting large federal or aviation programs
• Familiarity with engineering tools such as SysML, UML, and CAD

Why This Role

This role offers the opportunity to work on a highly visible, long-term program that directly supports aviation safety and national infrastructure while gaining valuable experience with complex, mission-critical systems.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SeaTac, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in SeaTac,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 7, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.