Principal RF Engineer Salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

Principal RF Engineer Salary in Raleigh, NC

How much does a Principal RF Engineer make in Raleigh, NC? The average Principal RF Engineer salary in Raleigh, NC is $180,450 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $168,140 and $191,500. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Principal RF Engineer Salary $156,932 Raleigh,NC April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Principal RF Engineer Salary $168,140 Raleigh,NC April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Principal RF Engineer Salary $180,450 Raleigh,NC April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Principal RF Engineer Salary $191,500 Raleigh,NC April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Principal RF Engineer Salary $201,560 Raleigh,NC April 24, 2024
25% $168,140 10% $156,932 90% $201,560 75% $191,500 $180,450 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Principal RF Engineer responsibilities may include RF front-end design, radio propagation modeling and prediction, microwave path analysis, interference analysis and filter design, frequency coordination, analog-to-digital converters, cell site equipment layout, and circuit design. Develops products and technologies related to wireless telecommunications by applying RF and mixed signal capabilities. Being a Principal RF Engineer requires a bachelor's degree. Develops and executes product testing and integration plans for new or updated products. In addition, Principal RF Engineer typically reports to manager. Being a Principal RF Engineer works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Working as a Principal RF Engineer typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    RF Engineer III

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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