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Leidos

RF Communications Engineer

Leidos
Huntsville, AL $87k - $157k/yr Full time Posted 6d ago
Electrical Engineering Aerospace Electrical Engineering Communications Systems Design Engineering Engineering Hardware Engineering Radio Communications Rf Rf Design Rf Measurements Rf Microwave Hardware Rf Simulation Rf Testing Test Engineer Wireless Communication
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Job Description

Leidos is seeking an RF Communications Engineer to support the HALTV lunar terrain vehicle program and other initiatives. The position focuses on integrating, qualifying, and testing RF communications hardware to enable seamless operational systems, with work spanning RF simulation and electromagnetic compatibility testing through end-to-end verification.

Role Focus

  • Integrate and qualify RF communications hardware for a lunar terrain vehicle system and supporting equipment.
  • Conduct RF simulation and analysis, electromagnetic compatibility testing, and system-level verification.
  • Convert high-level product development strategies into system requirement specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Leidos Space Platforms Portfolio in the development of a lunar terrain vehicle system and support equipment.
  • Serve as the primary owner for subsystem integration, qualification, and testing of RF communications hardware into a seamless operational system.
  • Perform expertise-driven work in RF simulation analysis, subsystem-level testing, electromagnetic compatibility testing, and end-to-end system verification.
  • Translate product strategy into system requirement specifications.
  • Collaborate with multi-discipline engineering teams to develop lower-level detailed requirements.
  • Contribute to engineering design dispositions and coordinate resolution of documentation discrepancies with Lunar Outpost and other team members.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • 5+ years of experience in roles aligned with design, integration, testing, and/or modification of human-rated aerospace systems communications hardware with an engineering company or system integrator.
  • Experience developing RF link budgets, plus hardware experience with space-based transceivers, antennas, and amplifiers.
  • Hands-on RF simulation and analysis experience using tools such as HFSS, CST Studio Suite, ADS, or equivalent electromagnetic simulation software.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a team environment.
  • Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, North Alabama, AL area.
  • US Citizenship.
  • Must possess (and maintain) a Final Secret Clearance, or meet eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Tools and Technologies

  • HFSS, CST Studio Suite, ADS
  • CCSDS, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax
  • WPA2, WPA3
  • Altium Designer
  • Systems Tool Kit (STK), E3Expert, GEMACS
  • MATLAB/Simulink
  • VNA, VSG, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers

Security Requirements

  • Candidate must be a US Citizen.
  • Candidate must possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or meet eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Pay Range: $87,100.00 - $157,450.00 (annual)
  • Health and Wellness programs
  • Income Protection
  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement

Travel

  • 10-20% travel as necessary

Location and Posting Date

Location: Huntsville, AL (onsite)

Original Posting: October 15, 2026

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