Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Full Time
25% Travel
Skills
RF Manufacturing Test Engineer
python
Cybersecurity
MATLAB
SDR
Job Details
Role: RF Test Engineer Location: Onsite Chantilly, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time (Direct Hire or Corp-to-Corp)
Compensation: DOE
Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required (eligible for government clearance)
Employment Type: Full-Time (Direct Hire or Corp-to-Corp)
Compensation: DOE
Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required (eligible for government clearance)
Position Overview:
We re looking for a motivated, hands-on RF Manufacturing Test Engineer who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to real-world missions. You ll work alongside our design, quality, and deployment teams to test and validate cutting-edge 5G and RF systems that power critical operations.
This role is ideal for early-career professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving technical challenges, and want to build expertise in modern wireless and AI-driven technologies. The position involves approximately 25 30% travel to customer sites to support product integration into client ecosystems.
Key responsibilities:
- Support testing of RF and 5G systems using standard lab tools and procedures
- Execute test plans, collect and analyze results, and report findings accurately
- Collaborate with senior engineers to validate system integration and field performance
- Assist with lab setup, calibration, and equipment maintenance
- Prepare concise test documentation and contribute to technical reports
- Participate in hands-on field testing and client site validation as required
Required Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship (security clearance eligibility required)
- Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity
- 0 3 years of experience (internships or projects in RF, electronics, or communication preferred)
- Eagerness to learn new technologies and develop technical depth
- Strong problem-solving, documentation, and teamwork skills
- Excellent communication and attention to detail
- Ability to work onsite full-time in Chantilly, VA
Preferred Skills
- Basic experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators)
- Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or scripting for test automation
- Exposure to Software-Defined Radio (SDR) or wireless communication systems
- Interest in AI-driven systems or embedded hardware development
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