Remote RF Engineer Jobs
Remote RF Engineer jobs are actively hiring across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed engineering teams building out wireless, defense, and telecommunications products entirely online. Employers hiring remotely right now include Communication Technology Services, FormFactor, and Arcfield. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Engineer, In-building RF Design and Deployment
You must be currently authorized to work in the United States. CTS will not sponsor applicants for employment-based visa or immigration status (for example, H-1B or employment-based permanent residence) for this position.
Communication Technology Services (CTS) is an industry leader in in-building and campus cellular managed services through our Forte Neutral Source™ signal source business unit. The Forte Neutral Source team provides turnkey, in-building cellular radios that provide AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cellular signal to DAS and small cell deployments in any sized building, anywhere in the US. These Forte signal source services support our clients’ mission-critical business applications and wireless connectivity needs.
We are driven by the desire to solve complex customer problems, the excitement of deploying new technologies, and our dedication to providing complex wireless network solutions to customers as simple-to-purchase solutions.
The Forte Neutral Source team is seeking an Engineer, In-Building RF Design and Deployment with broad experience designing cellular DAS systems that meet mobile operator requirements using iBwave™. The Engineer, In-Building RF Design will work as part of a disciplined engineering and project management team to review DAS designs, make updates, create submittal packages, and produce close-out documentation that meets the rigorous requirements of cellular carriers.
What you will do
RF Design & Carrier Compliance
- Review and optimize existing iBwave DAS designs for carrier compliance (band plans, sectorization, head-end topology).
- Refine designs to meet coverage, capacity, zoning, and venue constraints.
- Create and manage carrier submittal packages through final approval.
- Develop project-specific signal source bill of material that meet technical, operational and financial objectives.
- Own the post-installation closeout process: coordinate data collection, analyze results against design and carrier acceptance criteria, deliver complete closeout packages, and resolve any open items on submitted packages.
- Ensure measurable KPIs (e.g., =95% design-area coverage to spec, session retention targets, throughput) are met within the close-out reports.
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What you’ll bring
Required
- Proven iBwave skills (Level 3 certification or equivalent) with proven experience with design reviews, identifying improvements, making necessary changes, and optimizing.
- Experience working on in-building projects with AT&T, Verizon, or T-Mobile either directly as an employee or as a contractor/supplier to these companies.
- In-building wireless experience with proficiency across various DAS OEMs (ADRF, Corning, CommScope, JMA, SOLiD) and operator-grade small cells (Ericsson, Nokia, Andrew).
- Experience creating or reviewing mobile operator submittal packages with a broad understanding of the operator’s design requirements and expectations.
- Experience using project management tools to plan and track deployment activities across teams.
- Proven delivery on multi-site programs with remote field teams, backed by clear documentation and stakeholder communication.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize activities, strong time management and organize work activities.
- Highly motivated and self-driven with ability to identify and complete tasks without direct supervision.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure during business hours and when needed, off-hours.
Preferred
- Cellular network operator integration experience with T-Mobile, AT&T and/or Verizon.
- OEM certifications (any of ADRF/Corning/CommScope/JMA/SOLiD)
- Experience with DAS-alternative neutral-host architectures (Ericsson Radio Dot, Andrew OneCell).
- Experience creating CIQs and other configuration activities on cellular radio systems such as Ericsson, Nokia, or Commscope.
- BS/BA in Engineering (or equivalent experience in RF/DAS systems).
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Work Setup
100% remote within the contiguous U.S., with periodic travel for key deployments and escalations.
Salary commensurate with experience in 100k -130k lrange
This position is full time and includes Company Benefits (Medical, Dental, FSA, 401(k), LTD/ STD, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays).
You must be currently authorized to work in the United States. CTS will not sponsor applicants for employment-based visa or immigration status (for example, H-1B or employment-based permanent residence) for this position.
Engineer, In-building RF Design and Deployment
You must be currently authorized to work in the United States. CTS will not sponsor applicants for employment-based visa or immigration status (for example, H-1B or employment-based permanent residence) for this position.
Communication Technology Services (CTS) is an industry leader in in-building and campus cellular managed services through our Forte Neutral Source™ signal source business unit. The Forte Neutral Source team provides turnkey, in-building cellular radios that provide AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cellular signal to DAS and small cell deployments in any sized building, anywhere in the US. These Forte signal source services support our clients’ mission-critical business applications and wireless connectivity needs.
We are driven by the desire to solve complex customer problems, the excitement of deploying new technologies, and our dedication to providing complex wireless network solutions to customers as simple-to-purchase solutions.
The Forte Neutral Source team is seeking an Engineer, In-Building RF Design and Deployment with broad experience designing cellular DAS systems that meet mobile operator requirements using iBwave™. The Engineer, In-Building RF Design will work as part of a disciplined engineering and project management team to review DAS designs, make updates, create submittal packages, and produce close-out documentation that meets the rigorous requirements of cellular carriers.
What you will do
RF Design & Carrier Compliance
- Review and optimize existing iBwave DAS designs for carrier compliance (band plans, sectorization, head-end topology).
- Refine designs to meet coverage, capacity, zoning, and venue constraints.
- Create and manage carrier submittal packages through final approval.
- Develop project-specific signal source bill of material that meet technical, operational and financial objectives.
- Own the post-installation closeout process: coordinate data collection, analyze results against design and carrier acceptance criteria, deliver complete closeout packages, and resolve any open items on submitted packages.
- Ensure measurable KPIs (e.g., =95% design-area coverage to spec, session retention targets, throughput) are met within the close-out reports.
_____________________________________________________________________
What you’ll bring
Required
- Proven iBwave skills (Level 3 certification or equivalent) with proven experience with design reviews, identifying improvements, making necessary changes, and optimizing.
- Experience working on in-building projects with AT&T, Verizon, or T-Mobile either directly as an employee or as a contractor/supplier to these companies.
- In-building wireless experience with proficiency across various DAS OEMs (ADRF, Corning, CommScope, JMA, SOLiD) and operator-grade small cells (Ericsson, Nokia, Andrew).
- Experience creating or reviewing mobile operator submittal packages with a broad understanding of the operator’s design requirements and expectations.
- Experience using project management tools to plan and track deployment activities across teams.
- Proven delivery on multi-site programs with remote field teams, backed by clear documentation and stakeholder communication.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize activities, strong time management and organize work activities.
- Highly motivated and self-driven with ability to identify and complete tasks without direct supervision.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure during business hours and when needed, off-hours.
Preferred
- Cellular network operator integration experience with T-Mobile, AT&T and/or Verizon.
- OEM certifications (any of ADRF/Corning/CommScope/JMA/SOLiD)
- Experience with DAS-alternative neutral-host architectures (Ericsson Radio Dot, Andrew OneCell).
- Experience creating CIQs and other configuration activities on cellular radio systems such as Ericsson, Nokia, or Commscope.
- BS/BA in Engineering (or equivalent experience in RF/DAS systems).
_____________________________________________________________________
Work Setup
100% remote within the contiguous U.S., with periodic travel for key deployments and escalations.
Salary commensurate with experience in 100k -130k lrange
This position is full time and includes Company Benefits (Medical, Dental, FSA, 401(k), LTD/ STD, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays).
You must be currently authorized to work in the United States. CTS will not sponsor applicants for employment-based visa or immigration status (for example, H-1B or employment-based permanent residence) for this position.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote RF engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
- Experience with RF simulation tools such as ADS, HFSS, or CST
- Proficiency in RF circuit design including amplifiers, filters, and mixers
- Familiarity with antenna design, characterization, and testing methods
- Experience with lab instruments including VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators
- Active DoD security clearance or eligibility to obtain one
Tips for Your Remote RF Engineer Job Search
Show your async collaboration skills upfront
Remote rf engineer teams rely on written technical communication for design reviews and test reports. Highlight examples of detailed documentation, async handoffs, or remote lab coordination in your resume and cover letter so hiring managers can see you'll function without in-person oversight.
Build a portfolio of simulated RF work
Remote employers can't walk a lab floor with you, so your simulation outputs do the talking. Publish link budget analyses, antenna designs, or spectrum studies using tools like HFSS, ADS, or MATLAB, and make them easy for a hiring manager to review before your first interview.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote rf engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly. Applying in the first few days of a posting going live gives your application the best chance of being seen before a role fills.
Prepare for remote technical screens with real tools
Remote rf engineer interviews often include live problem-solving sessions over screen share. Practice walking through link budget calculations, impedance matching problems, or filter design live in your preferred tool so you can demonstrate your process clearly without a whiteboard.
Remote RF Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote rf engineer job?
Target companies with distributed hardware and wireless teams, since they have the infrastructure to support remote rf engineers day to day. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to collaborate on RF simulation, link budget analysis, and antenna design without in-person lab access. A portfolio of documented remote or freelance projects, strong experience with EDA tools, and a history of delivering technical results independently will give you a real edge.
Which companies hire remote rf engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote rf engineers include Communication Technology Services, FormFactor, and Arcfield, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote rf engineer roles most often come from defense contractors with distributed engineering teams, satellite and wireless hardware companies, and remote-first telecom firms building products across geographically spread organizations.
Can you get a remote rf engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level rf engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and self-direct without an in-person mentor nearby. Your best path is through remote-friendly defense or telecom contractors that run structured programs, or smaller hardware startups willing to train. Showing documented personal projects, RF simulation work, or coursework with real output goes a long way when your professional history is thin.
Do you need a degree for remote rf engineer jobs?
Usually, but not always. Most remote rf engineer postings list a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field as a baseline, particularly in defense and telecom sectors. Remote employers also weigh demonstrated skills heavily, so a strong portfolio of RF design work, proficiency with industry tools like MATLAB, HFSS, or ADS, and verifiable project results can offset a non-traditional educational background in some roles.
Which industries hire the most remote rf engineers?
Remote rf engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors support remote rf engineers because their product development and testing workflows are built around distributed teams collaborating through simulation software, shared design environments, and asynchronous engineering reviews.
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