Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Executive Recruitment in RF & Photonics
Since 1987, Advanced Technology Search has established itself as a leader in executive search and technical recruiting within the RF/Microwave, Photonics, and Semiconductor industries. Our specialized focus enables us to connect top-tier engineering, business development, and management professionals with innovative companies worldwide. With deep expertise in RF ICs, Power Amplifiers, and Integrated Photonics, we deliver tailored solutions for roles ranging from individual contributors to senior leadership. Our proven process emphasizes pre-screening candidates to align with client needs while prioritizing candidate career goals. By maintaining long-term relationships with industry leaders and emerging firms, we facilitate seamless hiring experiences that support technological advancement.Our team's technical acumen ensures we understand both the engineering challenges and business objectives driving client demands. Through strategic networking and market insights, we identify professionals with expertise in 5G, IoT, and defense electronics applications. Our commitment to evolving with industry trends has made us a trusted partner for companies seeking specialized talent in high-frequency technologies. We serve as an extension of client teams, offering personalized support throughout the recruitment lifecycle. This dedication to precision and partnership has resulted in successful placements across engineering, operations, and executive management domains.
Services
Executive Search
Technical Recruiting
RF Engineering Placement
Photonics Talent Acquisition
Semiconductor Industry Staffing
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have 35+ years of specialized experience in RF/Microwave and Photonics recruitment
- Our team understands technical requirements for roles from entry-level to C-suite
- We maintain a global network of pre-screened engineering and management professionals
- Our industry-specific expertise covers 5G, IoT, and defense electronics applications
- We build long-term partnerships with both candidates and hiring organizations
What people say
Pre-screened candidates
Difficult positions filled
Industry-specific knowledge
Responsive service
Successful placements
Services
Executive Search
We identify C-suite executives and senior leaders for technology firms specializing in RF, microwave, and photonic solutions. Our process combines industry-specific knowledge with rigorous candidate evaluation to match organizational vision with executive capabilities. Clients benefit from our deep network of proven leaders in wireless communications and semiconductor development.
Technical Recruiting
Our technical recruiting focuses on placing engineers and specialists in RF IC design, power amplification, and integrated photonics. We evaluate candidates' technical skills and project experience to ensure alignment with client requirements. This service supports companies developing next-generation solutions for 5G, IoT, and defense applications through precise talent matching.
RF Engineering Placement
We specialize in placing RF engineers with expertise in MMIC design, high-frequency modules, and wireless systems. Our candidates include professionals with experience in mobile RF front ends, base station components, and defense electronics. Clients gain access to pre-vetted engineers capable of addressing complex wireless communication challenges.
Photonics Talent Acquisition
Our photonics recruitment covers integrated photonics, transceiver design, and optical networking professionals. We connect companies with experts in data center interconnects and high-speed networking solutions. Clients benefit from our relationships with engineers developing chip-scale photonic devices and advanced optical subsystems.
Semiconductor Industry Staffing
We provide staffing solutions for semiconductor companies requiring professionals in device engineering, fabrication, and process development. Our candidates include experts in GaAs MMICs, packaging technologies, and reliability testing. This service supports firms developing components for wireless infrastructure and defense applications through targeted talent acquisition.
People
David
Recruiter Partner
With decades of experience in RF domain recruitment, David builds strategic partnerships with clients while maintaining a deep understanding of evolving wireless technology requirements and market dynamics.
Adam
Recruitment Specialist
Specializing in engineering placements, Adam combines technical knowledge with candidate-focused service to match professionals with ideal career opportunities in millimeter wave and RF component development.
Questions
What industries does Advanced Technology Search specialize in?
We focus exclusively on RF/Microwave, Photonics, and Semiconductor industries, covering roles in wireless communications, defense electronics, and integrated circuit design.
How do you ensure candidates match technical requirements?
Our technical recruiters with engineering backgrounds conduct detailed skill assessments and project experience reviews to verify candidates' capabilities in RF design, photonics, or semiconductor development.
What executive roles can you fill?
We place leaders from C-suite positions to department directors in companies developing RF front ends, optical networking systems, and semiconductor technologies for wireless infrastructure.
How long does the recruitment process typically take?
While timelines vary by position complexity, our industry knowledge and candidate network typically reduce placement time by 30-40% compared to general recruitment agencies.
Do you work with startups and established firms?
Yes, we support both emerging companies needing technical co-founders and established firms seeking to expand their engineering teams with specialized RF, photonics, or semiconductor expertise.
Reviews (1)
R. Haviland
Oct 15, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality
What a waste of time. These are desperate recruiters. Not real headhunters. Don't waste your precious time.
What a waste of time. These are desperate recruiters. Not real headhunters. Don't waste your precious time.
