RF Integration Engineer

itD is seeking an RF Integration Engineer to support the bring-up, simulation, integration, validation, and optimization of next-generation antenna and radio designs. This role plays a critical part in ensuring wireless/RF subsystem performance meets quality and reliability standards while improving testing efficiency through automation. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in RF hardware development, wireless testing, and automation, with a proven ability to deliver accurate performance analysis and technical recommendations.

Location: 100% onsite in San Jose, CA

Duration: 12 months 

Pay Rate: $27 - $27.69 (hourly)

We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and more. Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the bring-up, integration, simulation, and validation of RF and antenna designs throughout the product development lifecycle.

• Test and evaluate wireless/RF subsystem performance against established design specifications and quality metrics.

• Develop and maintain automated test solutions using Python, MATLAB, C++, LabVIEW, or similar tools to improve testing efficiency and repeatability.

• Operate and troubleshoot RF test and measurement equipment, including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, vector signal analyzers/generators, power meters, traffic generators, and wireless sniffers.

• Generate detailed test reports, analyze performance data, and present findings and recommendations to engineering and cross-functional teams.

• Collaborate with Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Product Management, Supply Chain, and Compliance teams to support product development and validation efforts.

• Support wireless certification activities, test plan development, and performance verification for wireless technologies and RF subsystems.

• Utilize simulation and design tools to evaluate RF performance and support design optimization activities.

Internal Responsibilities:

• Attend regular internal practice community meetings.

• Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.

• Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material).

• Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.

• Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).

• Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required; Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) preferred.

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in hardware product development, RF testing, and validation.

• Proficiency with one or more automation and software development tools, including Python, C++, MATLAB, and/or LabVIEW.

• Hands-on experience using RF and microwave test equipment, including:

  • Network Analyzers

  • Spectrum Analyzers

  • Power Meters

  • Vector Signal Analyzers and Generators

  • Traffic Generators

  • Wireless Sniffers

• Strong understanding of wireless architectures, including radio front ends, antennas, amplifiers, RF switches, filters, and couplers operating from 450 MHz to 7125 MHz.

• Knowledge of wireless networking concepts, including path loss models, channel models, and traffic generation methodologies.

• Familiarity with RF simulation and design tools such as ADS, CST, HFSS, and schematic/layout tools such as Cadence, or demonstrated willingness and ability to learn.

• Working knowledge of digital and analog electronics and hardware product development lifecycles.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience with wireless technologies including WLAN, Bluetooth/BLE, LTE, 5G FR1, and WPAN.

• Experience developing test plans and supporting global wireless certification processes.

• Experience collaborating with Radio Compliance, RF Design, Hardware Engineering, and cross-functional development teams.

• Ability to perform component-level rework, including 0402 SMT components, and use soldering equipment.

• Experience navigating and manipulating ECAD (PCB/Layout) and MCAD (.stp) files.

• Familiarity with antenna performance characterization and RF system integration activities.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required; Master’s degree (MSEE) preferred.

Company Description

About itD: We are part of a new generation of consulting and software development company that blends diversity, innovation, and integrity with real business results. Our structure rejects any strong hierarchy, empowering us to deliver excellent results. We are a woman- and minority-led firm. Every day, we challenge ourselves to be considerate, fair and to re-think what great outcomes mean for our customers. This permeates down to how we approach every interaction, on every project, for every client. You’ll thrive here if you are a dynamic self-starter, a difference-maker or someone who wants to deliver great results, without constraints.

The itD Digital Experience: Joining us means you’ll be part of our global community, you have a say about your own career journey, and you’ll get a chance to give back to causes that matter. You will experience working with Fortune 500 companies and high-performance teams across numerous industries. itD offers our employees excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, 401K + matching, networking & career learning and development programs. We are growing and we want to see you grow! Visit https://itdtech.com/careers to learn more about what working at itD can mean for you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. itD is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Dynamic environment in a culture of respect, empowerment and recognition for a job well done, apply today!