Wireless System Test Engineer (Intern)

Arlo Technologies • Carlsbad, CA

23h • $3,000 - $4,800 • Onsite

About The Position

At Arlo, we're passionate about creating innovative and reliable solutions that help people protect what matters most to them. Our team is dedicated to delivering products that exceed our customers' expectations, while always pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the world of protection technology. We believe that everyone deserves to feel safe and secure, whether they're at home or away, and we're committed to providing our customers with the peace of mind they need to live their lives without worry. Arlo’s deep expertise in AI- and CV-powered analytics, cloud services, user experience, product design, and innovative wireless and RF connectivity enables the delivery of a seamless, smart security experience for Arlo users that is easy to set up and interact with every day. Job Description Arlo Inc. is seeking a motivated RF/Wireless Engineering Intern to join our RF/Wireless Systems team. This internship provides hands-on exposure to the testing, validation, and characterization of wireless systems used in consumer IoT products. The role is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to build practical experience in RF engineering, wireless protocols, and system-level testing while working alongside experienced engineers in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Fundamental understanding of RF and wireless communication principles (e.g., modulation, bandwidth, link budget, noise).
• Basic familiarity with wireless networking concepts and protocols.
• Exposure to TCP/IP networking and packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark).
• Strong attention to detail, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new tools and technologies.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to one or more wireless technologies: WLAN (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth (Classic/LE), Sub-GHz, Thread, Z-Wave, Cellular (3G/4G/5G), DECT
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, or power meters.
• Basic scripting or programming experience (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW) for test automation or data analysis.
• Experience with hardware prototyping, basic soldering, or electronics assembly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with radiated and conducted RF testing of wireless products in lab and real-world environments.
• Support wireless performance characterization, including throughput, range, sensitivity, power consumption, and coexistence testing.
• Collect, analyze, and document test results to support product development and validation activities.
• Operate and learn industry-standard RF and wireless test tools such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, current analyzers, Wireshark, and iPerf.
• Help create and maintain test plans, test reports, and documentation using tools such as MS Office, Jira, and Confluence.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of wireless test setups, fixtures, and automation scripts under guidance from senior engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, firmware, and systems engineering.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern