1d ago
RF Test Engineer
Los Angeles, CA
$137.5k-$176k / year
full-timesenioraerospace
๐ Tech Stack
๐ผ About This Role
You'll develop and execute RF test plans for spacecraft communication systems at a fast-growing satellite bus manufacturer. Your work will directly ensure the performance and reliability of hardware from component-level bring-up through spacecraft-level environmental testing. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge space technology in a hands-on, cross-functional environment.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Develop and execute RF test plans for spacecraft communication systems
- Support flatsat and communications rack integration and debugging
- Operate and automate RF test equipment (VNA, spectrum analyzers, SDRs)
- Support spacecraft environmental test campaigns (EMI/EMC, vibration, TVAC)
๐ Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
- 4+ years of hands-on RF test or RF systems engineering experience
- Experience with RF lab instrumentation and automated testing
- Scripting experience in Python for automation and analysis
โจ Nice to Have
- Experience with spacecraft or satellite communications systems
- Familiarity with DVB-S2, OFDM, and software-defined radios
- Experience with phased arrays or advanced antenna systems
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐๏ธ Equity in the company
- ๐ฅ 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and dependents
- ๐ฐ 401(k) with generous matching (100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%)
- ๐ผ 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Callยท 30 min
- 2Technical Screenยท 60 min
- 3On-site Interviewยท 3 hours
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