Principal RF Design Engineer-SME

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.

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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.