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Hardware / Network Engineer
Embedded Systems Engineer- job post FIRST RF
Hardware / Network Engineer
#807075
Remote / WFH
FIRST RF
Job Description
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Summary
As an Embedded Engineer at FIRST RF, you will work as part of a team building cutting edge antenna prototypes and products. Your responsibilities will include the design and test of a wide variety of active antenna systems. We emphasize well rounded and collaborative engineers who enjoy being involved in all aspects of the design including schematics, board layout, software, and systems. As you progress, responsibilities will extend to a high-level design of active RF systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and test embedded electronics for advanced active RF prototypes and products
Develop and test firmware to support hardware architecture, integration, and verification
Perform hands-on characterization and validation using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, and other electronic test equipment
Participate in schematic capture, PCB layout reviews, and board bring-up activities
Collaborate closely with Project Managers, RF Engineers, and Mechanical Engineers
Support troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and iterative design improvements across the full product lifecycle
Document design decision, test results, and technical findings for internal teams, management, and external customers
Contribute to high-level system design as experience grows
Assist in developing automated test
Required Education and Experience
Must have U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Experience designing and troubleshooting analog and digital circuits
Experience with microcontroller programming in C
Proficiency with electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to peers, management, and customers
Preferred Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Experience with real time operating systems for embedded systems
Experience in digital design using Verilog and/or VHDL
Experience with printed circuit board layout and assembly
Proficiency in Python for automating test equipment and data analysis
A proven capacity to contribute to multidisciplinary engineering projects
Experience with Altium Designer
Experience with RF devices and test equipment
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Summary
As an Embedded Engineer at FIRST RF, you will work as part of a team building cutting edge antenna prototypes and products. Your responsibilities will include the design and test of a wide variety of active antenna systems. We emphasize well rounded and collaborative engineers who enjoy being involved in all aspects of the design including schematics, board layout, software, and systems. As you progress, responsibilities will extend to a high-level design of active RF systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and test embedded electronics for advanced active RF prototypes and products
Develop and test firmware to support hardware architecture, integration, and verification
Perform hands-on characterization and validation using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, and other electronic test equipment
Participate in schematic capture, PCB layout reviews, and board bring-up activities
Collaborate closely with Project Managers, RF Engineers, and Mechanical Engineers
Support troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and iterative design improvements across the full product lifecycle
Document design decision, test results, and technical findings for internal teams, management, and external customers
Contribute to high-level system design as experience grows
Assist in developing automated test
Required Education and Experience
Must have U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Experience designing and troubleshooting analog and digital circuits
Experience with microcontroller programming in C
Proficiency with electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to peers, management, and customers
Preferred Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Experience with real time operating systems for embedded systems
Experience in digital design using Verilog and/or VHDL
Experience with printed circuit board layout and assembly
Proficiency in Python for automating test equipment and data analysis
A proven capacity to contribute to multidisciplinary engineering projects
Experience with Altium Designer
Experience with RF devices and test equipment
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
