RF & Antenna Test Engineer — Hands-On & Chamber Ops

CACI; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI's RF & Antenna Test Engineer role is a hands-on position focused on the assembly, integration, and testing of antennas and RF components, and on operating spherical near-field (SNF) test chambers. You will collaborate with RF, mechanical, and electrical engineers to execute test campaigns, support design reviews, and help optimize scheduling, fixture setup, and chamber throughput.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of RF/test experience, familiarity with VNAs and spectrum analyzers, and the

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance (active Secret preferred).
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related technical field preferred.
• 5+ years hands-on RF/antenna system assembly, integration, or testing experience (military, aerospace, or commercial).
• Experience with RF test equipment: VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, assembly instructions, and test procedures.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; comfortable with hand and power tools and precision assembly techniques.
• Good written and verbal communication; ability to document work clearly and interface with engineers.
• Ability to work independently and in a small, collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and test antennas and RF-related components and subsystems per drawings, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Assist in setup, operation, and execution of testing in SNF and other antenna/RF test chambers.
• Perform RF measurements using VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and related test equipment.
• Support chamber operations including fixture setup, AUT mounting, cable routing, calibration, and basic troubleshooting of measurement issues.
• Aid engineering in design reviews and provide hands-on input on manufacturability, testability, assembly methods, and fixture/tooling considerations.
• Provide inputs on test scheduling, chamber utilization, and day-to-day operations to improve throughput and reduce downtime.
• Document test setups, procedures, results, and non-conformances; generate clear data packages and reports as required.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of RF and electromechanical assemblies and support root-cause analysis of test anomalies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment; follow safety, ESD, and quality procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional team members to meet schedules and quality objectives.

Skills

RF test & integration

Reading engineering drawings

Mechanical aptitude

Documentation & reporting

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Associate’s degree in Electronics / Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs)

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Power meters

RF connectors termination (SMA, Type-N)

Job description

CACI's RF & Antenna Test Engineer role is a hands-on position focused on the assembly, integration, and testing of antennas and RF components, and on operating spherical near-field (SNF) test chambers. You will collaborate with RF, mechanical, and electrical engineers to execute test campaigns, support design reviews, and help optimize scheduling, fixture setup, and chamber throughput.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of RF/test experience, familiarity with VNAs and spectrum analyzers, and the