Radio Frequency (RF) Test Engineer

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion. 

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Using RF test equipment to evaluate system performance, evaluate compliance compatibility and troubleshoot operation issues.
• Carry out RF test execution and generate status and test reports.
• Define verification matrix and internal specifications of RF performance.
• Review test result data to ensure that actual performance meets expected requirements.
• Review and recommend improvements to existing test strategies.
• Recommend new test techniques and technologies to ensure system performance.
• Design test fixtures and calibrate test equipment.
• Understand proper use and handling of sensitive RF circuits and equipment.
• Rare local travel to other company locations, as required (i.e. Irvine, West LA)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant multi-GHz RF hardware test experience.
• Hands-on experience using RF test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Vector Network Analyzer etc.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to provide clear summary of test status and any issues to broader team.
• Experienced with component-level RF circuit characterization and optimization.
• Must be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen) due to U.S. government contracts.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of RF guidelines for PCB layout.
• Test automation using Python or LabView.
• Able to work independently and work on several projects concurrently.
• Detail-oriented and a firm commitment to quality.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Problem-solving, data analysis, deductive reasoning, and critical thinking skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office environment.
• Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
  • Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.
  • Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
  • Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.
  • Walking/Moving in the labs.

Silvus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

 *Silvus does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Silvus Technologies.