Hiring: Electrical Engineer – Radio Frequency (RF) Systems Company: Saronic Technologies Location: Austin, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:20:59 Target Skills & Keywords : C, R, Systems Design About the job Experience: •7+ years of professional experience in RF system design, testing, and integration -preferably in maritime, automotive, aerospace, or defense applications. Required Skills: •Lead R&D efforts in RF communications, radar, and electronic sensing technologies for autonomous surface vessels. •Evaluate and benchmark RF hardware and subsystems, including radios, antennas, and signal processing modules across multiple frequency bands (VHF/UHF, L/S/C/X bands). •Conduct trade studies and comparative analyses of commercial and military-grade RF solutions to inform system selection and integration strategies. •Design, prototype, and test RF systems and supporting electrical architectures, including cabling, shielding, and power interfaces. •Model and analyze RF propagation and link performance in maritime and littoral environments. •Collaborate cross-functionally with autonomy, software, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless integration of communication and sensing systems. •Develop test procedures, perform validation trials, and analyze system performance under operational and environmental conditions. •Author detailed R&D documentation, including technical reports, design specifications, and performance evaluations. Qualifications: •B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related discipline. •Comprehensive expertise in RF theory, antenna design, and signal propagation, including real-world marine effects (multipath, reflection, attenuation). •Applied hands-on capability in RF instrumentation. •Proven ability to conduct trade studies and technology benchmarking for RF components and systems. •Operational familiarity with communications protocols such as Ethernet, CAN, and serial interfaces, and with wireless standards (LTE, SATCOM, mesh networking). •Strong documentation and communication skills; able to translate test results into actionable design insights. •Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in both lab and field test environments (dockside, at-sea, and range conditions). •Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. •Occasional standing and walking within the office. •Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. Compensation: •Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!