
Principal RF System & Test Engineer
Saratoga, CAFull-timePosted 2y agoStill listed 4 days ago
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Job overview
The Principal RF System & Test Engineer will lead the definition and execution of test plans for satellite RF systems, design lab setups, automate test equipment, and collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams across time zones to ensure system requirements are met and issues are resolved.
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What you will do
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Understand system requirements and architecture in depth.
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Define test plans and test strategies for lab, field and on-orbit testing.
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Ensure timely execution, test accuracy and repeatability.
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Automate the test execution including control and configuration of test equipment.
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Document test results, test coverage and other KPIs and communicate to all stakeholders regularly.
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Design lab setups for various types of tests, including radiated chamber tests. Build racks and other test-rigs as necessary for executing the test plan.
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Work with external vendors for procuring components and equipment necessary to build test systems.
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Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams – hardware, software, mechanical, systems, etc. – in different time-zones to ensure that system requirements will be met during operation.
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Deep-dive into test results and root-cause issues and communicate with the appropriate teams.
What you bring to this role
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Bachelor’s degree in electrical and Electronics Engineering, RF/Microwave Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
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7+ years of experience in RF test and validation in the industry with a successful product launch history.
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Deep understanding of wireless communications principles, especially in the context of satellite systems.
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Strong RF knowledge includes analyzing and testing link budgets, antenna signatures, multipath, etc. Knowledge of RF transceiver measurement techniques such as noise figure, gain/power, ACLR, Linearity, phase noise, etc.
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Proficiency in using test equipment (e.g., power supplies, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, power meters, vector network analyzer).
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Proficiency in test automation using Python or similar programming language.
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Excellent problem-solving with a from-first-principles approach.
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Flexible, responsive, and collaborative with an ability to work at a fast-paced startup environment.
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Strong analytical and communication skills. Teamplayer.
Bonus points for the following
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Strong knowledge of 3GPP standards, preferably 5GNR.
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Some satellite, aerospace, or related industry experience
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Familiarity with Labview/MATLAB.
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Master’s degree in EE/CS/CE or a related field
We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured, and used—so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge, and direct experience in LEO satellite component development, design, and in-orbit activities. If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed.
The Company is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.
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