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RF Engineer jobs are open across defense, telecommunications, semiconductor, and aerospace industries, from new-grad to senior and principal levels, with specializations in antenna design, RF circuit design, and wireless systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Join a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to deliver outstanding performance for wireless products. As a senior member of the Product RF Design team, you will be at the forefront of wireless technology, pushing the boundaries of achievable performance for innovative products. You'll bring deep, hands-on expertise to a product development team that shapes current and future generations of Apple products, and you'll play a key role in building team capability — guiding junior engineers, fostering collaboration, and strengthening the team's technical culture as it grows. We're looking for an experienced engineer with strong fundamentals and a proven track record in RF/wireless and electromagnetic theory, antenna design, system integration, and wireless communications.
Description
As a mid/senior RF Design Engineer, you bring broad, deep knowledge across RF architecture, design, integration, and manufacturing. You have deep theoretical and practical expertise in electromagnetic theory, RF and wireless circuit design, communication theory, and product design trade-offs — and you know how to apply that expertise to resolve complex, ambiguous technical problems independently. You use electromagnetic and system simulation, hands-on prototyping, and test and measurement to understand complex system and sub-system interactions, their implications for product- level design, and manufacturing trade-offs that enable mass production at scale.
Minimum Qualifications
- BSEE or equivalent education.
- 6+ years of experience in antenna/RF design in consumer products.
- Demonstrated ownership of RF/antenna design through at least one full product cycle, from concept to mass production.
- Strong foundation in antenna/RF design, wireless communications, EM theory, or circuit design.
- Deep knowledge of EM or RF hardware and antenna design.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's or above in Electrical Engineering with an Electro-magnetics or RF emphasis.
- Advanced proficiency with electromagnetic simulation tools.
- Extensive hands-on experience with RF lab instrumentation.
- Proven ability to debug desense issues and characterize noise sources independently.
- Experience driving production-environment problem solving and statistical analysis.
- Experience mentoring or technically leading other engineers.
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,000 and $308,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
Join a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to deliver outstanding performance for wireless products. As a senior member of the Product RF Design team, you will be at the forefront of wireless technology, pushing the boundaries of achievable performance for innovative products. You'll bring deep, hands-on expertise to a product development team that shapes current and future generations of Apple products, and you'll play a key role in building team capability — guiding junior engineers, fostering collaboration, and strengthening the team's technical culture as it grows. We're looking for an experienced engineer with strong fundamentals and a proven track record in RF/wireless and electromagnetic theory, antenna design, system integration, and wireless communications.
Description
As a mid/senior RF Design Engineer, you bring broad, deep knowledge across RF architecture, design, integration, and manufacturing. You have deep theoretical and practical expertise in electromagnetic theory, RF and wireless circuit design, communication theory, and product design trade-offs — and you know how to apply that expertise to resolve complex, ambiguous technical problems independently. You use electromagnetic and system simulation, hands-on prototyping, and test and measurement to understand complex system and sub-system interactions, their implications for product- level design, and manufacturing trade-offs that enable mass production at scale.
Minimum Qualifications
- BSEE or equivalent education.
- 6+ years of experience in antenna/RF design in consumer products.
- Demonstrated ownership of RF/antenna design through at least one full product cycle, from concept to mass production.
- Strong foundation in antenna/RF design, wireless communications, EM theory, or circuit design.
- Deep knowledge of EM or RF hardware and antenna design.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's or above in Electrical Engineering with an Electro-magnetics or RF emphasis.
- Advanced proficiency with electromagnetic simulation tools.
- Extensive hands-on experience with RF lab instrumentation.
- Proven ability to debug desense issues and characterize noise sources independently.
- Experience driving production-environment problem solving and statistical analysis.
- Experience mentoring or technically leading other engineers.
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,000 and $308,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin31
- Northrop Grumman28
- Raytheon25
- BAE Systems USA24
- Amazon22
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware13
- Manufacturing8
- Telecommunications7
- Technology & Software7
- Aerospace & Defense4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in 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 RF Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to frequency bands
List the specific frequency bands you've worked in, such as L-band, S-band, Ka-band, or mmWave. Hiring managers filter resumes for these details, and a generic RF background won't stand out against candidates who name exact band experience.
Highlight simulation tool proficiency clearly
Name the EDA and simulation tools you've used, such as ADS, HFSS, CST, or Keysight tools, and tie each to a deliverable. Employers rarely assume proficiency, so your resume needs to show which tools you can run on day one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists rf engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target clearance requirements before applying
Many defense and government rf engineer postings require an active security clearance. Check whether the listing needs an active clearance or just clearance eligibility, since those populations rarely compete for the same roles and your application strategy shifts accordingly.
Prepare a bench-to-spec story for interviews
RF interviewers frequently ask you to walk through a design from spec to measurement. Practice describing a project where you defined requirements, ran simulations, built the circuit or antenna, and validated performance, so you can tell that story without prompting.
Negotiate by citing lab and test equipment costs
When negotiating offers, mention any hands-on experience with high-cost lab equipment like VNAs, spectrum analyzers, or anechoic chambers. Employers factor in ramp-up costs, and demonstrated lab fluency supports a stronger starting salary argument.
RF Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most rf engineers?
The companies hiring the most rf engineers right now include Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon, with the largest share of openings in California, Maryland, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors and semiconductor firms consistently account for a large portion of active postings.
How many rf engineer jobs are remote?
About 46% of rf engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many engineering disciplines because the role often requires hands-on lab and test work. Sub-areas like RF systems modeling, standards compliance review, and software-defined radio development tend to be the most remote-compatible.
How do you become a rf engineer?
Becoming an rf engineer typically starts with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with coursework in electromagnetics, microwave theory, and signal processing. Building hands-on lab skills through academic projects or internships matters as much as coursework. Gaining experience with industry simulation tools and pursuing certifications like the CW (Certified Wireless) designation helps you compete for entry-level roles.
How do you get hired as a rf engineer with little experience?
Candidates with limited experience should focus on demonstrating lab and simulation skills through senior capstone projects, personal antenna builds, or software-defined radio experiments documented on a portfolio. Applying to companies with structured new-grad rotations in RF or hardware teams gives you a path in without requiring prior full-time RF experience on your resume.
What does the rf engineer interview process look like?
The rf engineer interview process typically includes an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering fundamentals like transmission line theory, impedance matching, and noise figure, followed by a design exercise or take-home problem. Final rounds often involve a panel with senior engineers who walk through a past project in detail and ask you to defend your design decisions at the bench level.
Where can I find and apply to rf engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to rf engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, then apply directly to each one that fits your experience level and specialization.
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