Senior RF Test Engineer

Senior RF Test EngineerAs a Senior RF Test Engineer at Impulse Space, you will own RF test strategy, automation infrastructure, and system-level validation for wireless spacecraft and ground communication systems. You will work closely with RF, embedded, software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to define test requirements, develop scalable validation infrastructure, and drive reliability across a wide range of RF hardware. This role is focused on RF test architecture, automation, production validation, and characterization of wireless communication systems including GNSS receivers, radios, antennas, and modulated communication waveforms.ResponsibilitiesDefine RF test requirements and acceptance criteria for engineering, integration, and production environmentsLead the design and development of RF test fixtures and automated test systemsDevelop scalable Python-based automation tools for RF testing, instrumentation control, and data analysisCharacterize and debug modulated RF waveforms and wireless communication linksOperate and integrate RF lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, power meters, and software defined radiosLead RF hardware bring-up, troubleshooting, and system-level validation effortsConduct RF system-level testing including coexistence (CoEx), desense, beamforming, and over-the-air (OTA) testingTest and validate RF hardware including GNSS receivers, radios, antennas, filters, amplifiers, and other RF componentsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related technical field5+ years of experience writing Python for RF test systems, automation infrastructure, or wireless hardware validation environmentsExperience working with RF lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, GNSS simulators, and SDR platformsExperience with RF system measurements such as channel power, EVM, modulation quality, Es/N0, C/N0, bandwidth, and receiver sensitivityExperience developing and documenting RF test procedures for engineering or production environmentsStrong troubleshooting and debugging skills across RF hardware and software systemsComfortable working hands-on in lab and integration environmentsPreferred Skills and Experience2+ years of experience developing scalable production or manufacturing RF test systems2+ years of experience with SDR platforms, GNU Radio, or custom waveform development2+ years of experience with beamforming, phased arrays, or multi-antenna RF systemsFamiliarity with embedded LinuxExperience with RF environmental, vacuum, thermal, vibration, or OTA testingExperience leading cross-functional integration and validation effortsExperience working in a fast-paced hardware development environmentCompensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan. Impulse Space's spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here. Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.