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RF Engineer I

Mercury Systems

Hudson, NH · Posted October 27, 2026

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Mercury Systems is seeking the best and brightest talent to help us bring cutting edge technology to mission critical aerospace and defense applications, advancing innovation where it matters most. The RF Engineering team is seeking someone who will provide technical leadership to resolve issues that may arise during assembly, production testing, and integration of complex RF/Microwave products. The ideal engineer will demonstrate strong cross-functional collaboration skills, while working effectively with program management, operations, supply chain, and quality teams to support the objectives of a high-impact defense program.

Job Responsibilities:

Perform hands-on product troubleshooting in manufacturing and development environments

Assist with ongoing engineering development projects and product initiatives

Work with engineers and technicians for offline asset reduction

Support definition and implementation of producibility improvements

Work with Lead Engineers on design updates

Collaborate and effectively communicate with cross-functional product teams

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in High Reliability, Aerospace, or Defense Electronics product development and manufacturing

Strong problem-solving skills within fast-paced environments, with a proven ability to collaborate and thrive in team-oriented settings

Experience with test equipment to test/troubleshoot RF/Microwave circuits at the module and component level

Experience using data analysis tools such as MATLAB and simulation software (Microwave Office, ADS, HFSS)

Active DoD Secret Clearance required on day one

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Experience testing/troubleshooting analog, digital and mixed signal circuits at the module and component level

System level troubleshooting for digital, analog, and power circuits

Transfer to production of new or existing designs

Familiar with FPGA and Programmable Logic design

Ability to work on multiple programs in the same timeframe

Experience in failure analysis/Root-Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations