RF Test Engineering Intern (Summer/Fall 2026)
About The Position
As an RF Test Engineering Intern, you will support the development, automation, and execution of RF test systems used to validate spacecraft communication hardware and integrated RF subsystems. This role is heavily focused on test automation, lab bring-up, and data-driven validation of RF hardware in fast-paced development environments. You will work closely with RF, avionics, software, and manufacturing engineers to develop automated test infrastructure, improve test efficiency, and support RF system integration and characterization from prototype through production. This is an ideal opportunity for someone interested in combining RF engineering fundamentals with software and automation tools to enable scalable hardware testing.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline
- Hands-on experience working in an electronics or RF lab environment
- Understanding of RF and microwave fundamentals including transmission lines, impedance matching, S-parameters, gain, noise figure, and filtering
- Familiarity with common RF test equipment such as VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators
- Experience troubleshooting PCBs or embedded hardware at the board or system level
- Basic programming or scripting experience in Python, MATLAB, or similar languages
Nice To Haves
- Experience developing automated hardware test scripts or lab automation tools
- Familiarity with SCPI, PyVISA, or automated instrument control frameworks
- Experience with RF simulation tools such as ADS, CST, or HFSS
- Experience testing RF components such as PAs, LNAs, filters, or antennas
- Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools
- Experience working on multidisciplinary engineering teams with both hardware and software engineers
- Familiarity with Altium Designer or PCB design workflows
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain automated RF test scripts and validation tools using Python or similar scripting languages
- Support RF hardware bring-up, integration, characterization, and troubleshooting in laboratory environments
- Assist with development of automated test stations for RF components and subsystems including amplifiers, filters, LNAs, mixers, and transceivers
- Interface with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers (VNAs), signal generators, power meters, and oscilloscopes
- Execute RF validation and performance testing, collect data, and analyze results against system requirements
- Support design verification efforts through test procedure development and documentation
- Collaborate cross-functionally with RF, avionics, software, and manufacturing teams to improve test workflows and system reliability
- Assist with RF schematic review, hardware debug, and manufacturing support activities as needed
Benefits
- Overtime pay
- Long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
- Access to medical, vision & dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
