Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Wireless Engineering Solutions in Bethesda, MD
RKF Engineering Solutions has been at the forefront of wireless communications engineering since 2001, delivering innovative systems engineering, regulatory, and software solutions for satellite and terrestrial networks. Our mission focuses on expanding system capacity and promoting intersystem coexistence through technical excellence. With a multidisciplinary team of electrical engineers, software developers, physicists, and regulatory experts, we address complex wireless challenges for government, defense, and commercial clients globally. Our core values of engineering excellence, collaborative communication, and integrity drive our approach to solving spectrum management issues and developing cutting-edge technologies. For over two decades, we have maintained a reputation as trusted advisors in wireless policy and technical assessments, supporting M&A transactions and spectrum auctions. Our client-centric methodology ensures tailored solutions that meet mission-critical requirements while maintaining strict confidentiality.The leadership team combines deep technical expertise with strategic vision, fostering a culture of innovation and diversity that attracts top industry talent. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our work with regulatory bodies worldwide to optimize spectrum utilization in increasingly congested environments. We provide end-to-end systems engineering services spanning concept development through system retirement, supported by advanced modeling and simulation capabilities. Our software solutions enable automated frequency coordination and interference resolution, while our technical due diligence services support financial institutions evaluating wireless technologies. This comprehensive approach positions us as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to navigate the complexities of modern wireless communications.
Services
Systems Engineering
Regulatory Services
Software Solutions
Modeling & Simulation
Technical Due Diligence
Spectrum Management
Wireless Consulting
Government Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized wireless communications expertise
- Our multidisciplinary team combines engineering and regulatory specialists
- We provide end-to-end systems engineering from concept to retirement
- Our technical due diligence supports critical M&A transactions
- We maintain global regulatory compliance expertise for spectrum management
Services
Systems Engineering
Our end-to-end systems engineering covers all project phases from concept through retirement. We develop comprehensive system architectures that meet specific mission requirements while ensuring interoperability and long-term sustainability. Our engineers apply rigorous requirements analysis to create optimized solutions for complex wireless communication systems.
Regulatory Services
We help clients navigate regulatory frameworks for spectrum utilization. Our services include policy development, spectrum acquisition advocacy, and compliance management across international jurisdictions. We work directly with regulatory bodies to protect client spectrum interests and resolve regulatory conflicts.
Software Solutions
Our custom software solutions optimize wireless system performance through automated frequency coordination and interference analysis. We develop tools for spectrum management, resource allocation, and system simulation using modern programming frameworks to meet specific client requirements.
Technical Due Diligence
We provide technical evaluations for M&A transactions focusing on wireless assets and emerging technologies. Our assessments include spectrum valuation, technology readiness analysis, and risk evaluation to support informed investment decisions.
Modeling & Simulation
Our physics-based modeling tools analyze wireless system performance in congested environments. We create detailed simulations for capacity planning, interference prediction, and mission-critical scenario testing to optimize system design and operation.
People
Ted Kaplan
CEO
Ted Kaplan leads RKF Engineering Solutions with strategic vision, overseeing operations and business development. He brings extensive executive leadership experience in engineering services and wireless technology sectors.
Dr. Jeffrey Freedman
CTO
Dr. Jeffrey Freedman directs technical innovation at RKF, managing advanced research initiatives and technology development. He specializes in wireless system architecture and emerging communications technologies with a focus on future-ready solutions.
David Marshack
COO
David Marshack oversees daily operations and client service delivery at RKF. With deep regulatory expertise, he manages spectrum policy initiatives and coordinates technical resources across complex projects.
Dr. David Milliner
EVP
Dr. David Milliner provides executive leadership for RKF's engineering programs. He specializes in systems integration and technical program management for large-scale wireless infrastructure projects.
Dr. Farinaz Edalat
Director, Systems Engineering
Dr. Farinaz Edalat leads RKF's systems engineering division, managing technical teams that develop comprehensive wireless system architectures. She specializes in requirements analysis and system optimization for complex communication networks.
Questions
What engineering services does RKF offer?
We provide end-to-end systems engineering for wireless projects, including concept development, design, integration, testing, and system retirement planning.
Do you work with government agencies?
Yes, we deliver mission-critical wireless solutions for government and defense organizations, specializing in secure communications and spectrum management.
What regulatory expertise do you have?
Our team works with national and international regulatory bodies to secure spectrum rights and ensure compliance with wireless communication standards.
Can you help with technical due diligence?
We support M&A transactions with technical assessments of wireless assets, spectrum valuation, and emerging technology evaluations.
What software solutions do you develop?
We create specialized software for automated frequency coordination, interference resolution, and space enterprise situational awareness.
How do you handle complex wireless challenges?
Our multidisciplinary approach combines engineering expertise with regulatory knowledge to solve spectrum congestion and system coexistence issues.
