Senior RF Test Engineer
Core
Design and build automated test systems for component and vehicle-level applications to support the development of human-rated space stations and spacecraft.
Role type
Senior RF Test Engineer
Builds
Automated test systems for RF and antenna components, spacecraft integration test infrastructure
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / RF Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
RF test equipment operation, Python, Matlab, C/C++, OTA testing, EMI/EMC testing, environmental testing, cleanroom procedures
Preferred skills
GNU Radio, SDRs, GPS receivers, RF link budget analysis, antenna pattern measurement, space-rated avionics standards, serial communication protocols
Technologies
Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, Communications Test Systems, Power Meters, GNU Radio, SDRs, GPS receivers
Responsibilities
Design and build state-of-the-art automated test systems; Develop test automation software for instruments and data processing; Define RF test system requirements and specifications; Support spacecraft RF test activities including OTA, EMI/EMC, and antenna pattern measurement; Perform hands-on environmental testing for RF hardware
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC