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Principal RF Design Engineer-SME
Principal RF Design Engineer-SMESecmation • Colorado Springs, CO, US
Principal RF Design Engineer-SME

Principal RF Design Engineer-SME

Secmation • Colorado Springs, CO, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Principal RF Design Engineer - SME Communications / Electronic Warfare -

  • $10,000 SIGNING BONUS

Location : Huntsville, AL

Position Type : Full-Time | Hybrid

Pay Range : $165k - $250k annually with annual bonus potential

Relocation assistance

Join the future of Electronic Warfare

Secmation is hiring a Principal RF Design Engineer that will be responsible for leading the development of complex military communications and electronic warfare. This position requires you to be a Subject Matter Expert in RF and communications design including software defined radios (SW / FW) and countermeasure development for mission critical applications. The ideal candidate will be a principal-level, hands-on development engineer with deep expertise in RF design for tactical military communications systems. This individual will not only lead technically at the program level but will also be directly involved in the full engineering lifecycle-from initial design through real-world testing, validation, and operational implementation.

This position is based in Huntsville, AL , working closely with key defense customers to drive advancements in military communications. In this role, you will lead cutting-edge initiatives that push the boundaries of electronic warfare technology and contribute to mission-critical programs. You will have the opportunity to shape the future of secure, resilient communications for the warfighter, influencing solutions from concept to deployment in support of national security.

What You'll Do

  • Responsible for contributing to our core products which extend state-of-the-art in Defense and industrial cybersecurity and RF technologies.
  • Hands-on, engineering technical leadership role, where you will explore cybersecurity of software defined communications using innovative techniques leveraging your communications engineering skills.
  • Develop, analyze and validate models for communications, and other RF-based systems in defense applications.
  • Design and implement signal processing algorithms.
  • Support hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing, scenario development, and mission simulations.
  • Document and present technical findings to internal teams, government stakeholders, and program leadership.
  • Required Qualifications :

  • Must have an active DoD Top Secret Clearance
  • BS in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • 15+ years' experience in military RF systems including simulation, system design, software, and implementation of communication systems and EW
  • Proficient in the design, implementation, and analysis of military communication systems including adaptive tuning, optimization, and error correction
  • Proficient in using SDR design frameworks such as GNURadio, REDHAWK, or similar
  • Experience in C / C++ for embedded application
  • Experience in Electronic Warfare (EW) system design and application
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment as part of a small team and execute complex development tasks with limited supervision.
  • Work Environment

  • Hybrid role with on-site work required in Huntsville, AL .
  • Core work hours are Monday to Friday, with flexible 9 / 80 work schedules.
  • Collaborative, fast paced and technically innovative environment with remote team integration.
  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary (based on experience and market conditions)
  • One-time signing bonus
  • Annual Bonus Potential
  • Company equity
  • Relocation assistance
  • 9 / 80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
  • Paid time off & flexible work schedules
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance (short & long-term)
  • 401(k) retirement benefits
  • About Secmation

    Secmation is not a traditional IT company - we specialize in AI-driven software solutions, embedded cybersecurity, and secure RF systems for the defense industry. Our mission is to deliver next-generation secure technologies for electronic warfare, autonomous systems, and critical defense applications.

    Visit www.secmation.com to learn more about our work and impact.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Secmation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, gender, orientation, identity, religion, or veteran status. U.S. Citizenship is required for this position due to government clearance requirements.

    The salary range for this position represents a general guideline; however, Secmation considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, work location, current market conditions, and other bona fide data.

    This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.

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