RF Test Engineer

American IT Systems • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced RF Test Engineer to join our team. This role involves hands-on RF testing and validation of wireless devices and cellular modems, with a focus on 5G NR SA. You will be responsible for executing test plans, analyzing results, and ensuring product quality through rigorous testing methodologies.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience in RF testing, wireless device validation, or cellular modem testing.
• Practical understanding of 5G NR SA, including FDD and TDD bands.
• Experience with Reference Sensitivity Testing and RF performance benchmarking.
• Familiarity with R&S, Keysight, Anritsu or equivalent cellular network simulators/test platforms.
• Ability to work with RF automation tools and execute algorithm-driven test flows.
• Understanding of 3GPP TS 38-521-1 test methodology, especially sensitivity-related test conditions.
• Experience working with RF parameters such as bandwidth, SCS, ARFCN, power class, MCS, Rx chain configuration, and transmission mode.
• Ability to analyze RF test results and identify correlation or discrepancies between test platforms.
• Working knowledge of data reporting formats such as CSV and dashboard/reporting tools such as Tableau.
• 5-7 years in RF testing, cellular modem validation, 5G NR validation, wireless device testing, or telecom productization testing.
• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting Customer or similar high-compliance product validation environments.
• Experience in conducted RF testing using shielded environments.
• Experience creating test matrices across bands, bandwidths, and radio configurations.
• Ability to validate vendor-provided automation test lists and cross-check them against 3GPP specifications.
• Strong documentation, issue tracking, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to work independently after project-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Perform RF testing and validation of wireless devices and cellular modems.
• Conduct Reference Sensitivity Testing and RF performance benchmarking.
• Utilize cellular network simulators/test platforms (R&S, Keysight, Anritsu).
• Work with RF automation tools and execute algorithm-driven test flows.
• Analyze RF test results and identify correlations or discrepancies between test platforms.
• Report results in CSV or Tableau format.
• Provide regular status updates through weekly meetings and email follow-ups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior