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A Day in the LifeThe Senior Radio Regulatory Affairs Specialist is responsible for leading global RF/Wireless regulatory compliance activities for RF‑enabled devices within the Acute Care and Monitoring (ACM) Operating Unit throughout the product lifecycle.The Senior Radio Regulatory Affairs Specialist is dedicated to the Acute Care and Monitoring (ACM) Operating Unit. In this role, the specialist supports New Product Development (NPD) programs and product lifecycle maintenance activities across the RF‑enabled device portfolio. The specialist collaborates closely with Regulatory Affairs colleagues, cross‑functional partners at all levels, external test laboratories and certification bodies, and International Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure ongoing compliance with global RF, wireless, and telecommunication requirements. They have oversight of global RF submissions, perform change‑management assessments, and are responsible for ensuring RF compliance throughout device lifecycle. The specialist additionally works with cross‑functional teams to develop and deploy new processes and improve existing procedures to integrate RF compliance requirements into ACM’s broader quality and regulatory systems, ensuring consistent, scalable, and proactive compliance across all programs.
The ideal candidate has expertise in global RF certification pathways, integration of wireless technologies such as Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, RFID, NFC, UWB, and experience in development of new processes or procedures within an organization.
Role and Responsibilities:
Develop and execute global RF regulatory strategies for new and sustaining products.
Identify and interpret worldwide RF, wireless, and telecommunication regulations and communicate input design requirements to New Product Development teams
Prepare and manage global RF technical documentation and certification submissions (e.g., FCC, ISED, RED, MIC)
Act as an RA Extended Core Team Member within NPD projects to ensure RF design input requirements are identified, including RF technical parameters, RF labeling, and country‑specific Regulatory requirements
Proactively identify and raise potential risks, provide informed recommendations, and effectively guide cross-functional teams toward compliant and efficient solutions
Communicate with external labs, compliance and certification bodies, and in‑country regulatory representatives
Maintain RF compliance databases, regulatory documentation, and OU RF procedures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence development of new or improved of RF‑related processes, procedures, and best‑practice frameworks.
What Sets a Strong Candidate ApartExpertise in global Telecommunication regulatory frameworks (e.g., FCC, RED, ISED, Japan Radio Law, ACMA) and their application to RF‑enabled devices
Ability to interpret RF requirements, such as output power, bandwidth, spurious emissions, and RF exposure, and turn them into clear design and testing requirements
Experience navigating RF certification pathways and determining efficient test strategies
Strong understanding of RF module integration requirements (labeling, exposure, host-device compliance)
Demonstrated success developing global RF regulatory strategies across the product lifecycle
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence effectively across a matrixed organization
Background in engineering or regulatory affairs, or other technical roles supporting RF‑enabled products
Familiarity with RF technologies such as RFID, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC, including typical compliance requirements.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
Nice to Have
Medical device experienceDesign Dossier and/or Technical Documentation experienceTechnical WritingMay have practical knowledge of project managementExperience with standards analyses and interpretation Experience in systems engineering Radio Frequency design engineering.Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
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Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
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This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
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