Radiofrequency Test Engineer

Ventus Solutions•Arlington, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ventus Executive Solutions is a dynamic small business at the forefront of technology-driven innovation, dedicated to delivering exceptional solutions for our clients. We cultivate a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth. At Ventus Solutions, we believe our employees’ success is integral to our mission, which is why we prioritize work-life balance, personal development, and fostering a sense of belonging. In addition to providing opportunities to thrive, we offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to attract and retain top talent ready to make a meaningful impact. Be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Join a team where your ideas matter, your expertise drives impact, and your work advances the mission. Ventus Executive Solutions is seeking a skilled RF Engineer and Test Manager to support an innovative program. You will provide engineering and test management support, leading the development, integration, and execution of advanced RF technologies. You will lead teams through all phases of testing—from laboratory and chamber environments through field testing—while shaping technical strategy and program roadmaps. You will also support program management functions including coordination, scheduling, stakeholder engagement, experimentation, operational testing, and transition activities Ventus Executive Solutions provides our government and commercial clients with a range of professional and innovation services including: technology innovation acceleration, business consulting services, professional engineering and program oversight, and program and budget support. We support analysis and studies in a variety of areas including defense, energy and health care where we aid organizations in solving complex problems in new and innovative ways. We work with our clients to identify core issues and then put together a cost-effective world-class team to solve problems and enable our clients to create and seize opportunities. VES is a Certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB). Ventus Executive Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. To find out more about Ventus, visit our website: www.ventus-solutions.com

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering field.
10+ years of relevant experience in Radiofrequency (RF) systems development.
Demonstrated experience leading lab, chamber, and field-testing efforts.
Proven ability to lead and manage teams of engineers and test personnel.
Experience developing and executing technical strategies and program roadmaps.
Strong program management experience, including coordination, scheduling, and stakeholder engagement.
Ability to read, analyze, and assess intelligence data to inform program direction.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including briefing senior leadership.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and respond to rapid-turn requests.
Experience working in classified environments at the TS/SCI /SAP level s.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience developing system architectures and guiding advanced research programs.
Experience overseeing experimentation, operational testing, and transition activities.
Direct experience working with DARPA, other S&T organizations, and operational DoD entities .
Experience coordinating interagency engagements across DoD, Service Labs, and FFRDCs.
Experience supporting source selection and proposal evaluation activities.
Flexible, adaptable mindset with the ability to operate in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering and test management support
Lead the development, integration, and execution of advanced RF technologies
Lead teams through all phases of testing—from laboratory and chamber environments through field testing—while shaping technical strategy and program roadmaps
Support program management functions including coordination, scheduling, stakeholder engagement, experimentation, operational testing, and transition activities