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Radio Frequency Design Engineer III Salary in the United States

How much does a Radio Frequency Design Engineer III make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Radio Frequency Design Engineer III in the United States is $120,773 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

However, a Radio Frequency Design Engineer III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,750
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $112,713 to $130,183
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,375
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Radio Frequency Design Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $130,183 $10,849 $2,504 $63
Average $120,773 $10,064 $2,323 $58
25th Percentile $112,713 $9,393 $2,168 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Radio Frequency Design Engineer III Salaries

A Radio Frequency Design Engineer III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Radio Frequency Design Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Radio Frequency Design Engineer III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Radio Frequency Design Engineer I (0-2 years): $89,514
  • RF Engineer II (2-4 years): $99,503
  • Radio Frequency Design Engineer III (4-7 years): $120,759
  • RF Engineer IV (7+ years): $143,787
  • RF Engineer V (7-10 years): $177,625
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Radio Frequency Design Engineer I0-2 years$89,514
RF Engineer II2-4 years$99,503
Radio Frequency Design Engineer III4-7 years$120,759
RF Engineer IV7+ years$143,787
RF Engineer V7-10 years$177,625
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Top Paying Cities for Radio Frequency Design Engineer IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $152,333
  • San Francisco: $150,663
  • Oakland: $147,493

What Skills Can Increase a Radio Frequency Design Engineer III's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 20.21% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Schematic (Mentioned in 2.33% Job Postings): A schematic, or schematic diagram, is a representation of the elements of a system using abstract, graphic symbols rather than realistic pictures.
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 1.3% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
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Analysis 20.21%
Schematic 2.33%
Computer Science 1.3%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Radio Frequency Design Engineer III's salary.
  • Hardware Design: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Security Clearance: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Systems Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Hardware Design
 $138,889
15%
Security Clearance
 $138,889
15%
Systems Engineering
 $138,889
15%
MATLAB
 $138,889
15%
Telemetry
 $137,681
14%
Consulting
 $137,681
14%
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Radio Frequency Design Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Radio Frequency Design Engineer III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$112,713
Average $120,773/year
$130,183
$9,393
Average $10,064/month
$10,849
$2,168
Average $2,323/week
$2,504
$54
Average $58/hour
$63
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $130,183 $10,849 $2,504 $63
Average $120,773 $10,064 $2,323 $58
25th Percentile $112,713 $9,393 $2,168 $54

Radio Frequency Design Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

Radio Frequency Design Engineer III
Digital Signal Processing Engineer IV
EE IV
Electronics Design Engineer IV
RF Engineer IV
Digital Signal Processing Engineer V
EE V
Electronics Design Engineer V
RF Engineer V

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Radio Frequency Design Engineer III, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Radio Frequency Design Engineer III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Digital Signal Processing Engineer IV $147,100 22%
EE IV $143,800 19%
Electronics Design Engineer IV $143,800 19%
RF Engineer IV $143,800 19%

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Salary Trends for Radio Frequency Design Engineer III

Salaries for a Radio Frequency Design Engineer III can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $132,695 in 2023 to around $125,877 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Radio Frequency Design Engineer III salary trends, .

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