Test Engineer, RF

About BRINC: At BRINC, we are building the technology that will define the future of emergency response. As a vertically integrated U.S. drone technology company, BRINC designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft systems, autonomous drone stations, command-and-control software, and advanced autonomy for public safety. Today, BRINC deploys Drone as First Responder (DFR) networks that dispatch drones directly to 911 calls, providing real-time aerial intelligence before ground units arrive and helping first responders make faster, safer decisions. BRINC serves more than 1,000 public safety customers across all 50 states, is the sole drone supplier to Motorola Solutions, and has raised more than $280 million from leading strategic and technology investors, including Motorola Solutions, Index Ventures, Sam Altman, Dylan Field, and others. BRINC is recruiting exceptional engineers to build the next generation of autonomous emergency-response technology, including flight-critical firmware and advanced pilot-assistance capabilities.

About this Role: We are seeking an RF Test Engineer to design and develop test systems for validating the performance, reliability, and safety of our drones and public safety products. In this role, you will be responsible for creating automated and manual test setups, troubleshooting hardware issues, and ensuring our products meet rigorous quality standards. You will collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and software teams to develop test procedures and improve product designs based on test results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop test hardware setups, fixtures, and automated testing systems for drone RF subsystems

• Define and execute test plans to validate RF subsystems and how they interact with the rest of the drone .

• Develop and maintain test scripts and software for automated testing.

• Troubleshoot and diagnose hardware issues, providing recommendations for design improvements.

• Conduct environmental and stress testing to ensure product durability in real-world conditions.

• Work with engineering teams to refine designs based on test results and failure analysis.

• Maintain detailed documentation of test procedures, results, and issue resolutions.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field or relevant experience

• 3+ years of experience in RF testing, preferably in UAVs, robotics, or consumer electronics.

• Proficiency with RF test equipment such as VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, Wideband Radio Communication testers, and signal analyzers.

• Experience with automated test development using Python, LabVIEW, or similar tools.

• Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and RF systems.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with LTE, GNSS and WiFi

• Knowledge of regulatory testing and compliance for RF subsystems.

• Familiarity with antenna design.

• Experience with PCB debugging and hardware validation methodologies.

BRINC Culture Values:

• Try the hard stuff

• Be innovative - Invent the future

• Move fast

• Listen to end-users

• Strive for excellence

• Don’t build a dystopia

• Be frugal

• Save lives through technology

If you’re interested in this role and in joining BRINC, we hope you’ll apply. We’d love to review your application and get to know more about you!

BRINC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is resolute in cultivating an environment that promotes safety, diversity, inclusion and equity. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering every employee so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need, please let our recruiting team know - we strive to provide appropriate accommodation and assistance.

Benefits and perks listed below may vary based on the nature of your employment with BRINC and/or the country within which you work

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families

• 401K plan

• Maternity and paternity leave

• Flexible Time Off (Exempt) / Paid time off (Non-Exempt)

• Flexible work environment

• Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)

• Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)