RF Systems AIT Engineer - Hands-On Build & Test

Telemetry Today LLC; Midland, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile seeks an Associate RF Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) Engineer to build, verify, troubleshoot, and support RF systems for a fast-paced LEO satellite program. You will work hands-on from bench validation through launch, translating released designs into flight-ready hardware while collaborating with TT&C and GPS leads.

The role emphasizes practical build and debug work on RF racks, harnesses, and test setups, with responsibilities spanning integration, environmental testing,

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering.
• Hands-on RF experience across TT&C frequency bands.
• RF assemblies and coax harness fabrication.
• RF test equipment proficiency (VNA, spectrum analyzer, power meters, signal generators).
• Experience supporting AIT, environmental test campaigns, and production manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Execute integration and verification testing for TT&C and GPS flight hardware.
• Own hands-on integration and test of flight radios and transceivers.
• RF harnessing and coaxial assemblies.
• AIT RF racks and ground support equipment (GSE).
• Design, assemble, and sustain AIT RF racks and associated test infrastructure.

Skills

Ownership mentality

Detail orientation

Collaboration

Problem solving under pressure

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

VNA

Spectrum analyzer

Power meters

Signal generators

Automated Test Software (Python, LabVIEW)

Job description

AST SpaceMobile seeks an Associate RF Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) Engineer to build, verify, troubleshoot, and support RF systems for a fast-paced LEO satellite program. You will work hands-on from bench validation through launch, translating released designs into flight-ready hardware while collaborating with TT&C and GPS leads.

The role emphasizes practical build and debug work on RF racks, harnesses, and test setups, with responsibilities spanning integration, environmental testing,