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Description
Job Title: RF Engineer – Aerospace
Location: Brooksville, FL
Experience Level: Expert (10 years)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced RF Engineer to support the design, integration, and certification of advanced RF and electrical systems for aerospace platforms. This role involves performing detailed electrical/electronic systems analysis, RF performance evaluations, and ensuring compliance with stringent military and FAA regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct Electrical/Electronic Systems Analysis for complex aerospace platforms.
Perform RF Analysis and Antenna Co-Site Performance Analysis to optimize system performance.
Develop and execute EMI/EMC/HERP/HERF Analysis and create comprehensive test plans.
Ensure compliance with DoD, FAA, and U.S. Government certification standards, including qualification and conformity requirements.
Design and integrate systems using RS-232, RS-422, Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553, and discrete wiring.
Support RF system and antenna installation, design, and analysis for aircraft applications.
Prepare and review Electrical Load Analysis per MIL-E-7016, ASTM F2490-05, and related standards.
Collaborate with certification authorities and internal teams to meet MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, DO-160, and MIL-STD-704 requirements.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
10 years of electrical engineering experience in aerospace environments.
Strong knowledge of RF systems, antenna design, and integration.
Familiarity with MIL-STD and DO-160 testing and design requirements.
Understanding of AC/DC power requirements per MIL-STD-704 series.
Ability to travel internationally and access military installations (no restrictions in background).
Preferred Skills
Experience with aircraft certification processes and regulatory compliance.
Hands-on experience with EMI/EMC testing and mitigation strategies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Why Join Us?
You’ll work on cutting-edge aerospace technologies, ensuring mission-critical RF systems meet the highest standards of performance and safety. This is an opportunity to influence design and certification processes for next-generation aircraft systems.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooksville, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $150000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Brooksville,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 4, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000