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RF Engineering Manager & R&D Manager (Aerospace/Defense)

Aleron
United States, California, Rancho Cordova
11361 Sunrise Park Drive (Show on map)
Jan 23, 2026
Description Acara Solutions has been providing our staffing services to the aerospace community for over 65 years. Our Sacramento, CA region aerospace/defense client is looking for a RF Engineering Manager and a RF R&D Engineering Manager. These are salaried direct positions with a salary range of $180K - $236K (some flexibility for a senior person). Performance bonus plus a relocation start bonus available. The RF Engineering Manager manages/leads 6 engineers. Although a recent management title and experience is preferred, they would consider a senior engineer that has leadership experience with strong people skills. This position is a hands-on technical position requiring aerospace and/or defense and solid state power amplifier experience. They are not interested in candidates with wireless / telecom backgrounds. The RF R&D Engineering Manager opening oversees 8-10 engineers. It requires leadership experience, aerospace and/ or defense, and RF hardware experience. The manager must know the components in an enclosed amplifier system, including expertise in designing high power components. They are not interested in candidates with wireless / telecom backgrounds - aerospace/defense experience a must. Our technologies power aviation, radar, Satcom, space, and electronic warfare systems worldwide. If you're an experienced RF leader ready to drive design excellence and mentor engineering teams, this role is for you. Lead and manage RF engineering teams across multiple projects Develop and execute RF system architecture and design strategies Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and quality assurance protocols Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and project teams Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams Review and approve engineering deliverables and initiate corrective actions Conduct technical studies, simulations, and performance testing of RF systems Prepare cost estimates and support proposal development for new projects Stay current with industry trends and emerging RF technologies Job Requirements Required Skills / Qualifications: BSEE (MSEE preferred) Min 10 years of aerospace and/or defense RF engineering experience, including leadership roles and the following: Expertise with RF simulation tools, test equipment, and design methodologies Expertise in solid state power amplifiers required for the RF Engineering Manager opening Expertise in enclosures and power amplifiers, including knowing how to design the high power components, for the RF R&D Engineering Manager opening. Spacecraft or harsh environments experience desired Strong understanding of regulatory standards (FCC, ITAR) Proficiency in Microsoft Office and RF design software (HFSS, ADS, CST, MATLAB) The position requires the employee to be able to obtain a government Secret clearance after start date if one isn't currently held. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. Apply