RF Avionics Test Engineer - Production Validation & GNSS

Zipline; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Zipline's Avionics team in South San Francisco is seeking a seasoned RF test engineer to design validation plans and develop high-volume test systems for avionics hardware. You will lead end-to-end campaigns from development to production, focusing on RF communications and GNSS, using Python and Linux to build robust, scalable test solutions in a fast-paced environment.

We value collaboration, data-driven problem solving, and hands-on experience with certification testing in high-volume

Qualifications

• Seasoned RF test engineer with experience in high-volume production environments.
• Proficient in developing validation plans and test strategies for avionics.
• Strong scripting and automation skills to support repeatable test campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Design validation plans for RF avionics and GNSS systems.
• Develop and maintain high-volume RF test systems and automation.
• Drive end-to-end test campaigns from development to production.

Skills

RF testing

RF communications

GNSS

Python

Linux

Test system development

Job description

Zipline's Avionics team in South San Francisco is seeking a seasoned RF test engineer to design validation plans and develop high-volume test systems for avionics hardware. You will lead end-to-end campaigns from development to production, focusing on RF communications and GNSS, using Python and Linux to build robust, scalable test solutions in a fast-paced environment.

We value collaboration, data-driven problem solving, and hands-on experience with certification testing in high-volume