Senior Staff RF Test Engineer
Core
Lead RF testing of current production and newly developed spacecraft RF hardware for national security and space systems.
Role type
Senior Staff RF Test Engineer (Spacecraft Test)
Builds
Spacecraft RF subsystems and flight hardware
Domain
Aerospace / National Security / Quantum-enabled technologies
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
RF circuit troubleshooting, RF system architecture, signal propagation, modulation techniques, antenna theory, RF PCB design, network analyzer operation, spectrum analyzer operation, arbitrary waveform generator operation, Python scripting, LabVIEW scripting, data analysis, signal processing, test automation, GSE design, environmental testing, team mentoring
Preferred skills
Spacecraft subsystems knowledge, contamination/ESD-sensitive environment operations, high-power RF electronics testing
Technologies
Python, LabVIEW, Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Arbitrary Waveform Generators
Responsibilities
Develop and manage high-value component/subsystem testing campaigns, Recommend and implement improvements to testing processes, Monitor and maintain test equipment, Mentor a team of test engineers and technicians, Analyze test results and provide detailed reports, Integration and test of RF components and subassemblies, Verification and troubleshooting of RF subsystems, Design GSE for risk mitigation, Develop/maintain/improve test scripts within automation framework, Conduct environmental testing, Participate in design reviews
Seniority
Senior Staff, hands-on IC with mentorship