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Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV Salary in the United States

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

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV in the United States is $143,803 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $159,029
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,743 to $151,773
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,673
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Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $151,773 $12,648 $2,919 $73
Average $143,803 $11,984 $2,765 $69
25th Percentile $132,743 $11,062 $2,553 $64
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Key Factors That Influence Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV Salaries

A Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV'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 IV'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:

  • RF Engineer II (2-4 years): $99,503
  • RF Engineer III (4-7 years): $120,759
  • Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV (7+ years): $143,787
  • RF Engineer V (7-10 years): $177,625
  • Radio Frequency Design Engineer VI (10-12 years): $182,344
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
RF Engineer II2-4 years$99,503
RF Engineer III4-7 years$120,759
Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV7+ years$143,787
RF Engineer V7-10 years$177,625
Radio Frequency Design Engineer VI10-12 years$182,344
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Top Paying Cities for Radio Frequency Design Engineer IVs

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: $181,373
  • San Francisco: $179,393
  • Oakland: $175,613

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 18.81% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Test Plans (Mentioned in 2.62% Job Postings): A test plan is a document detailing the objectives, resources, and processes for a specific test for a software or hardware product. The plan typically contains a detailed understanding of the eventual workflow.
  • SQL (Mentioned in 1.9% Job Postings): Structured Query Language) is a domain-specific language used in programming and designed for managing data held in a relational database management system (RDBMS), or for stream processing in a relational data stream management system (RDSMS).
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Analysis 18.81%
Test Plans 2.62%
SQL 1.9%
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 IV's salary.
  • Wireless Network: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Networking: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • MATLAB: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Wireless Network
 $162,497
13%
Networking
 $159,621
11%
MATLAB
 $158,183
10%
Creativity
 $158,183
10%
Hardware Design
 $156,745
9%
Schematic
 $156,745
9%
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Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV'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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$132,743
Average $143,803/year
$151,773
$11,062
Average $11,984/month
$12,648
$2,553
Average $2,765/week
$2,919
$64
Average $69/hour
$73
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $151,773 $12,648 $2,919 $73
Average $143,803 $11,984 $2,765 $69
25th Percentile $132,743 $11,062 $2,553 $64

Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV Salary Growth & Career Path

Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV
Digital Signal Processing Engineer V
EE V
Electronics Design Engineer V
RF Engineer V
Digital Signal Processing Engineer VI
Electrical Engineering Team Leader I
Electronic Systems Engineering Manager
Radio Frequency Design Engineer VI

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV, 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 IV Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Digital Signal Processing Engineer V $191,000 33%
EE V $166,900 16%
Electronics Design Engineer V $169,300 18%
RF Engineer V $177,643 24%

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Salary Trends for Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV

Salaries for a Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $150,515 in 2023 to around $144,555 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Radio Frequency Design Engineer IV salary trends, .

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