Lead RF/EMC Test Engineer — Lab Ops & Client Impact

SGS North America Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 128,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Paid time off

Job summary

SGS North America Inc. is seeking a Sr Test Engineer to lead a multi-client electromagnetic testing lab, overseeing RF, OTA, and EMC testing, and to develop lab operations. The role requires strong EM testing expertise, project management, leadership, and client communication skills.

Starting compensation is based on experience, with no H1 sponsorship and relocation required at own cost. The position emphasizes mentorship of engineers and close collaboration with a broader test engineering

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience (with B.S.) in RF, Antenna OTA, or EMC test.
• Solid understanding of RF, Antenna OTA, and EMC test principles.
• Proficient with RF test equipment including VNA, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes.
• Experience with MIL-STD-461 and DO-160 testing standards.
• Experience mentoring engineers and managing client-facing projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own daily lab operations for two large anechoic chambers and associated RF test equipment.
• Act as the technical lead and mentor for a small team of test engineers.
• Serve as the primary liaison with clients throughout the testing lifecycle.
• Execute complex RF, Antenna OTA, and EMC measurements and tests per SOW and aerospace/defense standards.
• Develop automation scripts (Python, MATLAB) to optimize test time and data collection.
• Oversee lab scheduling and project prioritization across multiple accounts.

Skills

RF testing

Antenna OTA

EMC testing

Leadership

Project management

Client communication

Mentoring

Automation scripts

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

VNA

Spectrum Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Power Meters

SOLT Calibration

Job description

SGS North America Inc. is seeking a Sr Test Engineer to lead a multi-client electromagnetic testing lab, overseeing RF, OTA, and EMC testing, and to develop lab operations. The role requires strong EM testing expertise, project management, leadership, and client communication skills.

Starting compensation is based on experience, with no H1 sponsorship and relocation required at own cost. The position emphasizes mentorship of engineers and close collaboration with a broader test engineering