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Neara

Senior RF Test Engineer

Goleta, CA · On-site

Senior RF Test Engineer Job type: Full Time · Department: Back-end Ecosystem · Work type: Hybrid ... high-speed optical communications, advanced sensing applications, next-generation photonic ...

Apex

RF Test Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$128K - $177K/yr

Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and ... About the Role Apex Space is seeking an RF Test Engineer to own system-level verification and ...

Impulse Space

RF Test Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$105K - $135K/yr

RF Test Engineer Department: Assembly, Integration & Test Employment Type: Full Time Location ... Support testing and characterization of modulated RF waveforms and communication links * Work with ...

DAS Technology Group

RF Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

We are hiring an RF Test Engineer on behalf of our client who serves customers in Defense, Aerospace, SatCom and Commercial Markets. The RF Test Engineer should have the following experience:

Siri InfoSolutions Inc

RF Test Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

Job Title: RF Test Engineer Location: Fremont , CA Onsite/ Remote: Day 1 Onsite at customer ... Strong documentation, issue tracking, and technical communication skills. Ability to work ...

Impulse Space

RF Test Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA

As an RF Test Engineer at Impulse Space, you will support the development, integration, and testing of wireless spacecraft and ground communication systems. You will work closely with RF, embedded ...

Impulse Space

RF Test Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$105K - $135K/yr

Description As an RF Test Engineer at Impulse Space, you will support the development, integration, and testing of wireless spacecraft and ground communication systems. You will work closely with RF ...

Advantest

RF Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

Effective written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented ... RF Test Engineer II * Senior RF Test Engineer * RF Applications Engineer * Characterization ...

BAE Systems

RF Test Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$97K - $164K/yr

As an RF Test Engineer in this position, the candidate would work with various types of RF ... Demonstrate strong technical aptitude, communication skills, and be able to work cross-functionally ...

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BAE Systems

RF Test Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$97K - $164K/yr

As an RF Test Engineer in this position, the candidate would work with various types of RF ... Demonstrate strong technical aptitude, communication skills, and be able to work cross-functionally ...

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BAE Systems

RF Test Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$97K - $164K/yr

As an RF Test Engineer in this position, the candidate would work with various types of RF ... Demonstrate strong technical aptitude, communication skills, and be able to work cross-functionally ...

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Advantest

RF Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

Effective written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented ... RF Test Engineer II * Senior RF Test Engineer * RF Applications Engineer * Characterization ...

Array Labs Inc.

RF Test Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

About the Job As an RF Test Engineer, you will develop the hardware, procedures, and automated test infrastructure used to validate Array's radar payloads and satellite electronics. Your work will ...

Array Labs

RF Test Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

About the Job As an RF Test Engineer , you will develop the hardware, procedures, and automated test infrastructure used to validate Array's radar payloads and satellite electronics. Your work will ...

Array Labs

RF Test Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

About the Job As an RF Test Engineer , you will develop the hardware, procedures, and automated test infrastructure used to validate Array's radar payloads and satellite electronics. Your work will ...

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Senior RF Test Engineer

Goleta, CA • On-site

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Key responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and execute test solutions to validate the functionality of Silicon Photonics devices and Photonic Integrated Circuits at the wafer, die, and package levels.

  • Develop custom test hardware and automated test software for wafer and die testing, including high-speed eye testing at 100-400 Gb/s.

  • Perform data analysis, write and debug automation scripts, and communicate test plans and results to internal and external customers.

Job description

Senior RF Test Engineer

Job type: Full Time · Department: Back-end Ecosystem · Work type: Hybrid · USD 100,000-165,000 / year

Goleta, California, United States

The Role

As a member of OpenLight’s test engineering team based in Goleta, CA, you will work closely with a team of experienced engineers in designing, implementing, automating and executing test solutions to validate the functionality of Silicon Photonics devices and Photonic Integrated Circuits (PIC) at the wafer- , die-, and package levels. The testing focus is high-speed modulator testing of S parameters and eye diagrams with bandwidth up to 400 Gb/s. If you have a strong background in optical and electrical device testing with experience in test automation, this role may be an excellent fit for you!

OpenLight Photonics is an innovative start-up at the forefront of photonic integration, commercializing our cutting-edge heterogeneously integrated silicon photonics platform. OpenLight has a PDK that supports customers designing Photonic ASICs (PASICs) for applications in communications, LIDAR, quantum computing, sensing, and more. OpenLight has over 400 patents covering the integration of many different active and passive components, such as tunable lasers, DFBs, SOAs, modulators, switches, filters, and detectors, onto a single, silicon photonics chip. Join us in an exciting start-up environment with ample opportunities for growth and professional development.

What You Will Do

  • Develop custom test hardware and automated test software for wafer and die testing on our proprietary test stations

  • Design and implement custom test solutions for 100-400 Gb/s eye testing at the die and wafer level and execute DVT testing on 1.6T and 3.2 T optical transceivers using industry-standard equipment like BERTs, DCAs, VNAs, and AWGs.

  • Match experimental data to modulator equivalent circuit models

  • Implement different methods of measuring laser RIN and compare their performance

  • Write and debug the test automation scripts in python, implement and verify the analysis equations, and execute the tests on the designated test station

  • Perform data analysis in Jmp or python, and communicate with internal and external customers on the test plans, results, and project status

  • Supervise our facilities technician and equipment contractors for ongoing equipment maintenance

Your Background Includes

  • Advanced degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering

  • Experience in photonic and high-speed RF testing

  • Programming experience, preferably in Python

  • Demonstrated experience in data acquisition systems and data analysis, and fitting test data to model equations

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

  • Initiative and ability to work independently

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and reporting.

About OpenLight

OpenLight is growing as customer adoption and industry momentum continue to accelerate. The rapid growth of AI and cloud infrastructure is driving unprecedented demand for faster, more energy-efficient optical connectivity. We are addressing this challenge through a platform approach that simplifies the development of photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and accelerates industry adoption.

As part of our team, you will contribute to technologies that enable AI and hyperscale data centers, high-speed optical communications, advanced sensing applications, next-generation photonic integration, and more. Our team is collaborative and fast-moving, and you will have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions across technology, operations, and business growth.

If you are excited about solving challenging problems, advancing cutting-edge technology, and working with a highly collaborative team, we would love to hear from you.

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