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Impulse Space

Senior RF Test Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$135K - $180K/yr

Senior RF Test Engineer Department: Avionics Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Compensation: $135,000 - $180,000 / year Description As a Senior RF Test Engineer at Impulse Space, you ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer II

Westminster, CO · On-site

$134K - $161K/yr

We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer II to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing critical test systems for leading-edge satellite ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer I

Austin, TX

We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer I to our team. If you are great at what you do, enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing critical test systems for ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer I

Austin, TX · On-site

We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer I to our team. If you are great at what you do, enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing critical test systems for ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer I

Austin, TX

We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer I to our team. If you are great at what you do, enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing critical test systems for ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer II

Westminster, CO · On-site

$134K - $161K/yr

We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer II to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing critical test systems for leading-edge satellite ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer II

Westminster, CO

$134K - $161K/yr

We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer II to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing critical test systems for leading-edge satellite ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer II

Westminster, CO · On-site

$134K - $161K/yr

We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer II to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing critical test systems for leading-edge satellite ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer II

Austin, TX · On-site

We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer II to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing critical test systems for leading-edge satellite ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer II

Austin, TX

We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer II to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing critical test systems for leading-edge satellite ...

CesiumAstro

Senior RF Test Engineer II

Austin, TX · On-site

We are looking to add a Senior RF Test Engineer II to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing critical test systems for leading-edge satellite ...

SimpliSafe

Senior RF Test Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

What You'll Do As a Senior RF Test Engineer, you will be a key technical leader responsible for RF product development and validation at SimpliSafe. You help design and build SimpliSafe's RF ...

SimpliSafe

Senior RF Test Engineer

Boston, MA

What You'll Do As a Senior RF Test Engineer, you will be a key technical leader responsible for RF product development and validation at SimpliSafe. You help design and build SimpliSafe's RF ...

CableLabs

Senior RF DOCSIS Test Engineer

Louisville, CO · On-site

$100.75K - $151.25K/yr

The Senior RF DOCSIS Test Engineer resides in the Lab Services department at CableLabs. This department is responsible for the execution of DOCSIS Certification as well as all commercial testing ...

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How much do senior rf test engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior rf test engineer in the United States is $118,516.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,500.00 and $136,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior RF Test Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior RF Test Engineer, you need a deep understanding of RF theory, circuit design, signal analysis, and typically a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and experience with test automation tools or platforms like LabVIEW is often required, along with relevant certifications. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help in troubleshooting complex issues and collaborating across teams. These skills ensure accurate testing, reliable performance validation, and successful product development in demanding RF environments.

What are some of the typical challenges a Senior RF Test Engineer faces when developing and validating test procedures for new products?

Senior RF Test Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring test accuracy amidst signal interference, calibrating sensitive equipment, and troubleshooting unexpected anomalies in test results. They must frequently adapt to evolving product specifications and work closely with design and manufacturing teams to address integration issues. Staying updated with the latest testing standards and managing tight project timelines are also common aspects of the role. Collaboration and strong problem-solving skills are essential to successfully navigate these challenges.

What are Senior RF Test Engineers?

Senior RF Test Engineers are experienced professionals who design, develop, and conduct tests on radio frequency (RF) components, systems, and devices to ensure they meet specified performance and quality standards. They work with equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers to troubleshoot and optimize RF systems. These engineers also analyze test data, document results, and often mentor junior engineers or lead test teams. Their expertise is crucial in industries like telecommunications, aerospace, and wireless communications.

What is the difference between Senior Rf Test Engineer vs Rf Test Engineer?

AspectSenior Rf Test EngineerRf Test Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, certifications like RF or test engineering preferredBachelor's in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, relevant certifications optional
Work EnvironmentLead testing projects, mentor junior staff, coordinate with design teamsPerform RF testing, troubleshoot issues, document test results
ResponsibilitiesDesign test plans, analyze complex RF data, improve testing processesExecute RF tests, record data, ensure compliance with specifications

While both roles focus on RF testing, the Senior Rf Test Engineer typically leads testing efforts, mentors team members, and handles complex analysis, whereas the Rf Test Engineer primarily executes tests and documents results. The senior role requires more experience and often involves project management responsibilities.

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Senior RF Test Engineer

Senior RF Test Engineer

Technology Service Corporation (TSC)

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Senior RF Manufacturing Test Engineer
TSC is seeking a Senior RF Manufacturing Test Engineer in Huntsville, AL to support the Product Solutions Division. This role is critical to the transition and production of advanced RF systems including seekers, proximity sensors, and other mission-critical electronics.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who thrives in a production environment and excels at solving complex, non-obvious RF issues impacting performance, yield, and reliability. This position is critical to ensuring production test robustness, yield performance, and mission-ready system delivery.
TSC offers a professional working environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join a team where technical excellence and real-world problem solving drive mission success.
Responsibilities:
  • Serves as the technical authority for production RF performance, test strategy, and yield optimization across defense RF systems including seekers, proximity sensors, height-of-burst sensors, antennas, and RF subsystems.

  • Owns resolution of the most complex production issues, including intermittent failures, environmental sensitivities, calibration drift, and unit-to-unit performance variation.

  • Leads deep-dive root cause investigations across full RF signal chains, including RF front-end, analog, mixed-signal, and embedded interfaces.

  • Diagnoses and resolves issues related to noise, spurious signals, coupling, shielding, grounding, and system-level interactions.

  • Drives transition of RF hardware from development into production, ensuring production-representative test coverage, calibration robustness, and repeatability across builds.

  • Develops and deploys advanced RF production test solutions, including automated test systems, alignment/calibration routines, and system-level validation methods.

  • Optimizes production test flows to balance test coverage, throughput, and false failure reduction, while maintaining mission-critical performance requirements.

  • Drives reduction of test escapes and false failures through improved test coverage, limits, and methodologies.

  • Applies statistical analysis to production data to identify trends in yield loss, drift, and performance variation across lots, builds, and environments.

  • Partners with Design Engineering to close gaps in design for test (DFT), design for manufacturability (DFM), and design for calibration (DFC).

  • Leads implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for systemic production issues.

  • Interfaces with Program Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and customers to communicate technical risk, readiness, and production performance.

  • Provides hands-on technical leadership on the manufacturing floor and at the bench, supporting test stations, troubleshooting efforts, and engineering builds.

  • Mentors engineers and technicians in RF debugging, measurement techniques, and production best practices.

  • Expected to independently diagnose issues where RF performance deviates from design intent with no clear failure mode or repeatability.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of hands-on RF/microwave production experience (Master's preferred)

  • Demonstrated expertise troubleshooting complex RF systems in production environments, not just lab development

  • Deep understanding of RF system performance including: gain/loss/dynamic range, noise figure and sensitivity, linearity and compression, phase noise and stability, and spurious/interference mechanisms

  • Strong experience debugging RF issues tied to mechanical layout, grounding, shielding, and assembly variation

  • Extensive hands-on experience with RF test equipment: spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers (VNAs), signal generators, power meters/sensors

  • Experience developing automated RF test systems using Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, or similar frameworks

  • Experience with production calibration, alignment, and tuning of RF systems

  • Strong background in statistical process control (SPC), yield analysis, and failure investigation

  • Proven ability to diagnose issues spanning RF, digital, embedded, and electromechanical domains

  • Experience transitioning products from development to production with emphasis on test readiness, documentation completeness, and process repeatability

  • Strong technical communication skills; able to lead technical reviews, failure investigations, and customer briefings

  • U.S. citizenship required

TSC Benefits:
TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.
Applying to TSC:
Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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