RF Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Mesa Quantum Ssytems
Location: Boulder, CO 80302
Description:
About Mesa Quantum
Mesa Quantum is building the manufacturing backbone of the quantum economy. We specialize in chip-scale quantum devices-starting with clocks and sensors-that unlock resilient Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems. Our team blends cutting-edge quantum physics with precision manufacturing and systems engineering to create scalable hardware that works beyond the lab. Backed by leading deep-tech investors and the U.S. Department of Defense, we're growing fast-and looking for exceptional engineers to join us.
Role Overview
We're seeking an RF & Analog Electronics Engineer to lead the design and development of precision, low-noise, mixed-signal electronics for our quantum devices. You'll work across disciplines to integrate electronics with optics, vacuum, and quantum systems-contributing to the heart of a new class of quantum sensors.
This is a hands-on, deeply technical role that will shape the future of Mesa's products and platform.
Key Responsibilities
Core Skill Areas
Analog & Mixed-Signal Electronics
RF & Microwave Systems
System Integration
Bonus Skills
Who You Are
Compensation
The salary range for this position is between $140,000 - $180,000 including bonuses, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer incentive stock options for equity in the company. We also provide a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees, unlimited paid time off, and a fully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks!
Be part of a tight-knit, mission-driven team shaping a new industry!
Mesa Quantum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
Benefits
Mesa Quantum is building the manufacturing backbone of the quantum economy. We specialize in chip-scale quantum devices-starting with clocks and sensors-that unlock resilient Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems. Our team blends cutting-edge quantum physics with precision manufacturing and systems engineering to create scalable hardware that works beyond the lab. Backed by leading deep-tech investors and the U.S. Department of Defense, we're growing fast-and looking for exceptional engineers to join us.
Role Overview
We're seeking an RF & Analog Electronics Engineer to lead the design and development of precision, low-noise, mixed-signal electronics for our quantum devices. You'll work across disciplines to integrate electronics with optics, vacuum, and quantum systems-contributing to the heart of a new class of quantum sensors.
This is a hands-on, deeply technical role that will shape the future of Mesa's products and platform.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and characterize low-noise, low-tempco analog circuits, including amplifiers, filters, voltage regulators, and PID controllers
- Build and optimize precision signal chains for atom-based quantum systems
- Develop RF and microwave circuits including low SWaP synthesizers, PLLs, modulators, and impedance-matched front-ends (3-4 GHz)
- Perform PCB layout for high-frequency, low-noise, and mixed-signal circuits, including multilayer compact boards
- Collaborate closely with AMO and systems teams to co-design electronics with lasers, photodiodes, and MEMS packaging
- Prototype, test, and iterate using tools like oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, lock-in amps, VNAs, and Allan deviation analyzers
- Develop and automate test setups for performance validation and data logging
- Support EMI/EMC mitigation and qualification for defense/aerospace standards (MIL-STD)
Core Skill Areas
Analog & Mixed-Signal Electronics
- Low-noise analog design & signal conditioning
- PID loop design, control theory, and circuit implementation
- ADC/DAC integration
- Precision power regulation and current drivers (e.g., for laser diodes)
- Low-distortion analog front ends
RF & Microwave Systems
- Oscillator and synthesizer design (3-4 GHz range)
- Impedance matching and signal integrity
- Compact, low-power RF circuit design
System Integration
- PCB design with Altium or KiCad
- Co-design with photonics/optical systems
- SPICE and RF simulation tools (LTspice, ADS, HFSS)
- Git/Gitlab for version control
- Python for automation and data processing
Bonus Skills
- Experience with atomic physics principles (e.g., rubidium or cesium transitions)
- Familiarity with MEMS integration, vacuum systems, or optoelectronic packaging
- Prior work on qualification for aerospace or defense applications
- DSP circuit or firmware development
- Design for high-volume manufacturability (DFM)
Who You Are
- You care about building real hardware that ships.
- You are detail-obsessed, hands-on, and love solving hard technical problems.
- You thrive in interdisciplinary environments and want to work closely with physicists, engineers, and product teams.
- You want your work to matter-to defense, to infrastructure, to the future of quantum.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is between $140,000 - $180,000 including bonuses, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer incentive stock options for equity in the company. We also provide a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees, unlimited paid time off, and a fully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks!
Be part of a tight-knit, mission-driven team shaping a new industry!
Mesa Quantum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Training & Development
- Free Food & Snacks
- Stock Option Plan