RF & Antenna Test Engineer - Hands-On Chamber Testing

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

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking a motivated RF & Antenna Test Engineer to support the Antenna Test and Integration Engineering team. The role involves hands-on assembly, integration and testing of antennas and RF components, and operation of spherical near-field measurement chambers.

You will work with RF, mechanical, and electrical engineers to run test campaigns, support design reviews, and help optimize scheduling and chamber utilization in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret clearance.
• 5+ years hands-on RF/antenna test experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and test procedures.
• Experience with RF test equipment (VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters).
• Strong hands-on assembly/testing skills and safety/compliance awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and test antennas and RF components per drawings and procedures.
• Set up and run testing in spherical near-field and other test chambers.
• Perform RF measurements using VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and meters.
• Support chamber operations: fixture setup, AUT mounting, cabling, calibration, troubleshooting.
• Contribute to design reviews with manufacturability/testability input.
• Document test setups, results, non-conformances, and generate data packages.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Good written and verbal communication

Ability to read engineering drawings

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related technical field

Tools

Vector network analyzers (VNAs)

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Power meters

Job description

CACI International Inc is seeking a motivated RF & Antenna Test Engineer to support the Antenna Test and Integration Engineering team. The role involves hands-on assembly, integration and testing of antennas and RF components, and operation of spherical near-field measurement chambers.

You will work with RF, mechanical, and electrical engineers to run test campaigns, support design reviews, and help optimize scheduling and chamber utilization in a high-mix, low-volume environment.