RF Test Engineer

Mercury Systems is seeking the best and brightest talent to help us bring cutting‑edge technology to mission‑critical aerospace and defense applications, advancing innovation where it matters most. Join our team as a Test Engineer III in our Integrated Processing Solutions business unit, where you'll serve as a technical test lead on a major program focused on sophisticated RF transmitter/receiver systems. This role centers on RF and antenna testing, environmental qualification, and test strategy development for mission‑critical defense applications. Job Responsibilities Lead Design Verification Test (DVT) strategy and execution for complex RF transmitter/receiver systems and subsystems Design and develop specialized RF test fixtures, antenna test ranges, and test interface boards for RF subsystems Perform comprehensive antenna testing including radiation patterns, gain measurements, VSWR, impedance matching, and far‑field/near‑field characterization Conduct RF system performance testing including transmit power, receiver sensitivity, spurious emissions, harmonics, and intermodulation distortion Develop and maintain sophisticated automated test scripts for RF instrument control, data acquisition, and automated reporting Lead environmental and qualification testing per MIL‑STD‑810H (thermal, vibration, shock) and MIL‑STD‑461G (EMI/EMC) standards Perform root cause analysis on complex RF test failures and drive resolution with cross‑functional teams Develop comprehensive test procedures and own formal test reports with full requirements traceability Maintain test equipment calibration records and lead configuration management of test assets Lead production test handoff activities including documentation, automation development, and knowledge transfer Interface with design engineering, program management, and manufacturing as the RF test subject matter expert for the program Support test planning, resource allocation, and schedule management activities Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience Typically requires a minimum of 4 years of related experience in electronics test engineering Extensive hands‑on experience testing RF systems, transmitters, receivers, or antenna systems Strong programming experience in languages such as Python, .NET, or similar for test automation and data analysis Advanced proficiency with RF test equipment: spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, power meters, anechoic chambers and antenna test ranges (including CATR) Demonstrated experience with antenna testing and characterization techniques Strong understanding of RF communication principles, modulation schemes, and link budgets Experience with MIL‑STD environmental and EMI/EMC testing standards (810H, 461G) This position requires you to have or obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Travel approximately 10–15% to external test facilities Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Electrical Engineering Experience with AI‑assisted development tools (Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, or similar) for test automation development Experience with advanced antenna testing: phased arrays, AESA systems, and OTA methodologies Experience with additional MIL‑STD test standards (704, 1275, or similar) Experience with RF test fixture design or PCB layout tools for RF applications Familiarity with additional languages such as C/C++, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Rust, or SQL Knowledge of antenna design principles and electromagnetic theory Experience with requirements management tools (JAMA, DOORS) Understanding of Design for Test (DFT) principles for RF systems Previous experience in aerospace, defense, or ruggedized electronics industries Existing Secret clearance or higher Experience with OpenVPX/SOSA architecture, VITA standards (46.11, 48.2, 62, 65, 67.3), and RFSoC/FPGA‑based RF systems Experience with high‑speed data interfaces including 100GigE, 40GigE, 10GigE, and fiber optic connections Location This position is on‑site at Mercury Systems, Phoenix, AR Enjoy every other Friday off with our 9/80 work schedule! Compensation & Benefits Full‑time equivalent job grade salary range for this position: • $75,000.00 – $150,000.00 annual salary for in‑office or hybrid employees in FL, GA, IN, AZ, AL, MD or TX, and all remote employees • $84,000.00 – $168,000.00 annual salary for in‑office or hybrid employees in VA, CA, NH or MA • $88,500.00 – $177,000.00 annual salary for in‑office or hybrid employees in NJ Bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions) Health, life and disability insurance Company‑paid holidays and time off Discounted employee stock purchase plan Tuition reimbursement Access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock‑based awards Mercury is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr