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This role will serve as a technical authority for RF architecture and design, guiding solutions from initial concept through prototype development, testing, and product integration.\nThe ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in RF engineering, with a strong background in transceiver and RF front-end design. This individual will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, influence technology strategy and product roadmaps, and provide technical mentorship to other RF engineers.\nCompany Description\nAt Nokia Federal Solutions Inc. (Nokia Federal), we are committed to building scalable, secure, and resilient networks that enhance government operations. Our team helps solve complex challenges for U.S. civil, defense, and intelligence sectors by providing leading end-to-end mission-critical network solutions. With a legacy backed by over 100 years of technology innovation, we are pioneers in the field. Nokia Federal is a dedicated Nokia U.S. entity focused on delivering mission-critical solutions to the U.S. Government. Join us today and contribute to helping support the mission!\nRequirements\nKey Responsibilities\nRF Architecture & Design\nDesign and develop RF transceiver circuits for advanced wireless communication products.\nDevelop RF front-end architectures incorporating power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, mixers, frequency converters, synthesizers, PLLs, and antenna interfaces.\nDefine RF link budgets and establish system-level performance requirements.\nLead component selection, technology evaluations, and design tradeoff studies.\nDevelop RF solutions that balance performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability.\nSimulation & Analysis\nUse RF design and simulation tools to evaluate and optimize circuit and system performance.\nPerform RF analysis, including harmonic balance, S-parameter, electromagnetic, interference, and coexistence analysis.\nEvaluate thermal considerations and their impact on RF performance and system reliability.\nAnalyze simulation results and translate findings into practical design improvements.\nHardware Development & Integration\nDevelop RF schematics and provide guidance to PCB layout engineers.\nReview RF PCB layouts for signal integrity, controlled impedance, and overall design performance.\nSupport prototype development, board bring-up, troubleshooting, and design validation.\nDevelop and execute RF test strategies and validation plans.\nWork collaboratively with hardware, software, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to support successful product development.\nTechnical Leadership\nServe as a recognized technical authority and subject matter expert in RF engineering.\nInfluence RF technology strategy, architecture decisions, and product roadmaps.\nProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level RF engineers.\nReview designs and provide recommendations to improve performance, reliability, and overall product quality.\nStay current with emerging RF technologies and industry developments and identify opportunities to incorporate new capabilities into future products.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or a related field.\n10+ years of professional experience in RF engineering and hardware development.\nStrong experience with RF transceivers and front-end design.\nExperience with RF simulation, analysis, and design tools.\nStrong understanding of RF circuit design, signal integrity, and wireless communication systems.\nDemonstrated experience taking RF designs from concept through prototype and validation.\nStrong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.\nAbility to provide technical leadership and effectively collaborate across engineering disciplines.\nAbility to mentor and develop other engineers.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience supporting defense, aerospace, or other mission-critical communications systems.\nExperience with advanced wireless technologies, including LTE, 5G, or other modern wireless communication architectures.\nExperience with Keysight ADS, AWR Microwave Office, HFSS, and/or CST Microwave Studio.\nExperience with RF PCB layout, antenna interfaces, and controlled-impedance design.\nExperience with RF testing, laboratory equipment, and prototype debugging.\nExperience influencing technical strategy and long-term product development roadmaps.\nWhat We Offer You\nAn opportunity to be a part of something bigger; 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