RF Test Engineer - Measurements, Automation & Analysis

Global Clearance Solutions (GCS); Ostermundigen; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Symlab AG, based in Switzerland, is seeking a skilled RF Verification Engineer to advance our RF measurement and testing capabilities on complex systems. You will operate state-of-the-art RF test equipment, analyze results, and drive corrective actions in collaboration with R&D and production teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, fault isolation, and developing robust test concepts, with opportunities to contribute to automation using Python and SCPI/VISA.

Qualifications

• RF testing and measurement experience required.
• Hands-on with RF test equipment (VNA, spectrum analyzer).
• Experience in troubleshooting and analysis of electronic systems.
• Strong analytical and structured working approach.
• Good German and English language skills.
• Experience with MIL/AECTP qualification testing is a plus.
• Knowledge of test automation (Python, SCPI/VISA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform RF measurements and verification on system level and subassemblies.
• Operate RF test equipment (spectrum analyzer, VNA, signal generator, oscilloscope).
• Plan and support qualification and environmental tests (MIL, AECTP) with external labs.
• Analyze measurement results and derive corrective and improvement actions.
• Perform structured fault isolation and root cause analysis on module and system level.
• Define and develop test concepts, procedures, and acceptance criteria.
• Support test automation and data evaluation (Python, Excel).
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and external partners.

Skills

RF testing

Analytical skills

Python

SCPI/VISA

German language

English language

Excel

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

VNA

Spectrum Analyzer

Oscilloscope

Signal Generator

Job description

Symlab AG, based in Switzerland, is seeking a skilled RF Verification Engineer to advance our RF measurement and testing capabilities on complex systems. You will operate state-of-the-art RF test equipment, analyze results, and drive corrective actions in collaboration with R&D and production teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, fault isolation, and developing robust test concepts, with opportunities to contribute to automation using Python and SCPI/VISA.