RF Systems Test Engineer

Job#: 3053619
Job Description:
RF Systems Test Engineer
Location: San Diego, California (Onsite)
Role Overview
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.
Key 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.

Required Qualifications
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. Hands-on experience with RF measurements, characterization, transmitter/receiver testing, and EVM measurements.
Technical Skills: Must have proficiency in Python for lab automation and scripting. Hands-on experience with signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) is required. A strong understanding of RF fundamentals and digital signal processing (DSP) is necessary.
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.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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