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Impulse Space

RF Test Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

Operate and integrate common RF lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, and software defined radios * Support testing and ...

Impulse Space

RF Test Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$105K - $135K/yr

Operate and integrate common RF lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, and software defined radios * Support testing and ...

Impulse Space

RF Test Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA

$105K - $135K/yr

Operate and integrate common RF lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, and software defined radios * Support testing and ...

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Impulse Space

Senior RF Test Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$135K - $180K/yr

Operate and integrate RF lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, power meters, and software defined radios * Lead RF hardware bring-up ...

Xforia, Inc.

RF Automation Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Meta JD: Responsibilities • Develop automation SW to support RF lab validation and factory test • Develop data processing tool and data server with dashboard to achieve local and online data ...

Impulse Space

Senior RF Test Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA

$135K - $180K/yr

Operate and integrate RF lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, power meters, and software defined radios * Lead RF hardware bring-up ...

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Relativity Space

Senior RF Engineer

Long Beach, CA

Hands-on testing with RF lab equipment such as spectrum analyzers, VNAs, SDRs, power meters and data recorders * Hands-on integrated testing with ground stations and/or integrated spacecraft RF ...

Apple

Product RF Design Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

Hands-on experience with RF lab instrumentation. Ability to debug Desense issues and characterize noise sources. Experience with production environment and statistical analysis.

Apex

RF Test Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$128K - $177K/yr

Specify, integrate, and maintain RF test equipment and lab infrastructure including analyzers, signal generators, channel emulators, antennas, and chamber assets. * Contribute to the development of ...

Apple

Product RF Design Engineer

San Diego, CA

$139K - $258K/yr

Hands-on experience with RF lab instrumentation. Ability to debug Desense issues and characterize noise sources. Experience with production environment and statistical analysis Minimum Qualifications ...

Specter

RF Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

As the RF lead, you'll define the company's radio strategy, establish our RF lab and test infrastructure, and grow a small, elite team capable of taking designs from benchtop prototypes to production ...

Skydio, Inc

Senior RF Design Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

Hands-on experience with RF lab equipment including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, CMW500, signal generators, power meters, near-field probes, and OTA test systems * Experience using RF ...

Tacit

Senior RF Validation Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

Lab Automation, Instrumentation & Data Analysis * Automate RF measurements across lab and production test setups using calibrated RF instrumentation and test systems, including VNAs, spectrum ...

CHAOS Industries

Electronics Lab Technician

San Diego, CA · On-site

$50 - $63/hr

Set up and operate specialized RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers ... Lab Maintenance: Build and manage automated characterization racks; ensure all lab equipment is ...

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What is the difference between Rf Lab vs RF Engineer?

AspectRf LabRF Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in electrical engineering or related fieldRequires a degree in electrical engineering, RF engineering, or similar; often includes certifications like FCC or CE
Work EnvironmentLaboratory setting focused on testing, measurement, and development of RF componentsDesign, testing, and troubleshooting RF systems in labs or field environments
Industry UsageCommonly used in research, development, and testing phases within telecom, aerospace, and electronics industriesApplied in product design, deployment, and maintenance of wireless communication systems

In summary, an Rf Lab is a facility or department focused on RF testing and development, while an RF Engineer is a professional who designs and implements RF systems. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and certifications, but their focus differs: labs concentrate on testing and research, whereas engineers focus on system design and deployment.

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RF Test Engineer

RF Test Engineer

Impulse Space

Redondo Beach, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Job 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, embedded, software, and mechanical engineers to develop test infrastructure, automate validation workflows, and help characterize system performance across a range of communication hardware.
This role is focused on RF test automation, fixture development, and hands-on testing of wireless systems and modulated communication waveforms. 
  • Design and support RF test fixtures and supporting test infrastructure
  • Develop Python software and scripts for automated RF testing, instrumentation control, and data collection
  • Operate and integrate common RF lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, and software defined radios
  • Support testing and characterization of modulated RF waveforms and communication links
  • Work with RF and embedded software engineers to debug and validate wireless hardware performance
  • Develop and document RF test procedures for engineering and production environments
  • Support RF hardware bring-up, integration, troubleshooting, and system-level validation testing
  • Assist with system-level RF testing including coexistence (CoEx), desense, and over-the-air (OTA) test activities
  • Collaborate across hardware, software, and manufacturing teams to improve test coverage and reliability
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related technical field
  • 2+ years of experience writing Python for test automation, data analysis, or hardware validation
  • Familiarity with RF lab equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers
  • Understanding of RF fundamentals and wireless communication systems
  • Exposure to modulated waveforms and RF measurement techniques
  • Familiarity with RF system parameters such as channel power, EVM, Es/N0, C/N0, modulation quality, and bandwidth
  • Experience documenting test procedures or validation results
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills
  • Comfortable working hands-on in a lab environment
  • Experience developing automated test systems or RF test fixtures
  • Familiarity with SDR platforms or GNU Radio
  • Experience testing wireless communication systems or digital modulation schemes
  • Familiarity with embedded Linux, microcontrollers, or FPGA-based systems
  • Experience with beamforming, phased arrays, or multi-antenna RF systems
  • Familiarity with satellite communication protocols such as CCSDS or DVB-S2
  • Experience with RF production, integration, environmental, or OTA testing
  • Experience working in a fast-paced development environment

Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
Impulse Space's spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.  
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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