1d ago

RF Test Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$137.5k-$176k / year

full-timesenioraerospace

๐Ÿ›  Tech Stack

๐Ÿ’ผ 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.

๐ŸŽฏ 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)

๐Ÿ“‹ 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

โœจ 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

๐ŸŽ Benefits & Perks

  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Equity in the company
  • ๐Ÿฅ 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and dependents
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ 401(k) with generous matching (100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%)
  • ๐Ÿผ 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement
  • ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks

๐Ÿ“จ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter Callยท 30 min
  2. 2Technical Screenยท 60 min
  3. 3On-site Interviewยท 3 hours
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