RF Engineer

About PowerusPowerus is building a next-generation American autonomous systems platform designed to move, protect, and sustain critical assets in high-consequence environments. The company combines advanced autonomy, manufacturing capability, operational expertise, and strategic acquisitions to support defense, national security, critical infrastructure, and commercial operations globally.MissionOur mission is to deliver resilient autonomous technologies that strengthen national security, improve operational safety, and expand the capabilities of organizations operating in complex environments.Why Join PowerusPowerus is designing its own handheld ground controllers, with the radio built into the controller. The radio's range, sensitivity, and resistance to interference determine how far and how reliably an operator can fly.This role designs the RF hardware in Powerus controllers and their matching aircraft radios, from transceiver selection and front-end design through production release.Position OverviewPowerus is seeking an RF Engineer to design the radio hardware in Powerus handheld controllers and aircraft datalinks.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign RF front ends, including power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, filters, and switchesSelect transceivers and RF components and define the RF architecture with radio systems engineeringDesign matching networks, RF layout, and shielding for compact handheld productsCharacterize conducted performance, including output power, sensitivity, linearity, and spurious emissionsResolve coexistence and desense issues with other electronics in the controllerSupport EMC testing, production transfer, and failure analysisQualificationsMust be located in the United States, within commuting distance of Rock Hill, SCBachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experienceProfessional experience designing RF hardwareExperience with spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, and signal generatorsExperience with RF schematic capture and PCB layout reviewWorking knowledge of transmission lines, impedance matching, and noise figureU.S. Person status required (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)); this role involves access to ITAR- and EAR-controlled technical dataPreferred QualificationsExperience designing radios for handheld or battery-powered productsExperience with Keysight ADS or AWR Microwave OfficeExperience with UAS datalinks or tactical radiosExperience with frequency-hopping or spread-spectrum radiosActive or prior U.S. security clearanceWhat We Look ForCandidates should have designed an RF circuit that went into production and be able to describe how its measured performance compared with the design.Equal Opportunity StatementPowerus is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and mission-driven workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.