RF Systems Test Engineer
Apex Systems · San Diego, CA · 6 days ago
Quality AssuranceContract
Job ID: 3053619 | Location: San Diego, California (Onsite)
About the role
We are seeking an RF Systems Test Engineer to join a dynamic team. This role involves operating within a complete RF system environment and working effectively across multiple disciplines. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing test methodologies, building and maintaining test benches, and collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure product performance.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with software, firmware, and RFIC engineers to validate the performance of phased array products.
- Develop and execute test methodologies for lab and RF chamber testing.
- Build, maintain, and optimize test benches.
- Set up, automate, calibrate, and troubleshoot lab equipment.
- Integrate the end-to-end RF communications system.
- Collect, interpret, and analyze large volumes of test data, performing root-cause analysis for any failures.
- Document test results, test coverage, and other key metrics.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
Experience
7+ years in systems testing, RF design, and/or verification with launched products.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Python for lab automation and scripting.
- Hands-on experience with signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs).
- Strong understanding of RF fundamentals and digital signal processing (DSP).
Preferred qualifications
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- Experience with automation in C#.
- Experience in wireless (cellular, satellite, and/or terrestrial) system design or system integration.
- Familiarity with communications theory and RF systems such as OFDM, MIMO, polarization, and S-parameters.
- Computational problem-solving skills in MATLAB, C/C++, or Java.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans offering optional financial protection.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
- 401K program with eligibility typically within 30 days of starting, company match after 12 months of tenure.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan.
- SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
- Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
- On-demand training program.
- Access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
- Certification discounts and perks for associations including CompTIA and IIBA.
- Dedicated customer service team for consultants addressing benefits and resources.
- Certified Career Coach access.