RF Systems Engineer II - Test & Communication

XSITE LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

PTO 15+ days annually

HDHP with HSA employer contributions

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Education benefits

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

XSITE LLC is seeking an RF Systems Engineer II - Test & Communications to join our San Diego team full-time, supporting TacAir RIL engineering, integration, and test activities. The role targets RF and waveform behavior and requires hands-on lab and test environment work.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in a technical field, an active TS clearance, and experience in testing radio systems across hardware and software. Travel to test events may be required; strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical/computer engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field.
• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience integrating and testing radio communication systems across hardware and software components.
• Experience analyzing RF test results and preparing technical reports.
• Experience using RF test equipment and associated software tools.
• Knowledge of waveform behavior, RF system performance, and DSP.
• Ability to travel to support test events.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Integrate, test, and assess radio communication systems across hardware and software components.
• Conduct RF- and waveform-focused testing in laboratory and controlled test environments.
• Analyze test results to identify system behavior, performance limits, and RF stress points.
• Evaluate communications performance under complex RF conditions.
• Use RF test and measurement equipment and supporting software tools to collect and interpret data.
• Improve test approaches, analysis methods, and technical products where beneficial to the effort.
• Prepare clear technical reports, summaries, and supporting engineering data products.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines to support integrated system evaluations.
• Support day-to-day laboratory activities, integration efforts, and test events to keep technical work on track.
• Travel as needed to support test events and evaluation activities.

Skills

RF systems engineering

Test & integration

Communication skills

Security clearance

RF measurement & analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

RF test equipment

Waveform analysis tools

Signal processing software

Job description

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Full Time San Diego, CA, US 1 Attachments

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1067

Salary Range: $111,000.00 To $141,000.00 Annually

Position: RF Systems Engineer II - Test & Communications
Program/Support Area: TacAir RIL
Location: San Diego, CA
Level: Mid to Senior
Telework: TBD – role requires laboratory and controlled test environment support
Travel: As needed to support test events and evaluation activities
Salary:$111,000-$141,000

XSITE LLC is seeking anRF Systems Engineer II - Test & Communications to join our team full-time in support ofTacAir RIL engineering, integration, and test activities. This opportunity is well suited for anRF Communications Engineer, RF Test Engineer, or Systems Engineer with experience integrating, testing, and assessing radio communication systems across hardware and software components. The role will focus on RF and waveform behavior, communications performance, systems-level technical analysis, and test execution in laboratory and controlled test environments.

We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in San Diego. We provide full-spectrum systems and systems-of-systems engineering and integration services and solutions for space, C5ISR, cyber, and enterprise information systems. Our core capabilities include AI/ML, Software Development & Sustainment, Systems Engineering (including MBSE), and Modeling & Simulation.

Responsibilities

• Integrate, test, and assess radio communication systems across hardware and software components.
• Conduct RF- and waveform-focused testing in laboratory and controlled test environments.
• Analyze test results to identify system behavior, performance limits, and RF stress points.
• Evaluate communications performance under complex RF conditions.
• Use RF test and measurement equipment and supporting software tools to collect and interpret data.
• Improve test approaches, analysis methods, and technical products where beneficial to the effort.
• Prepare clear technical reports, summaries, and supporting engineering data products.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines to support integrated system evaluations.
• Support day-to-day laboratory activities, integration efforts, and test events to keep technical work on track.
• Travel as needed to support test events and evaluation activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, mathematics, applied science, computer science, or a related technical discipline.
• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience integrating and testing radio communication systems across hardware and software components.
• Experience analyzing RF or communications test results and preparing technical reports and/or related data products.
• Experience using RF test and measurement equipment and associated software tools.
• Knowledge of waveform behavior, RF system performance, and digital signal processing.
• Experience assessing communications performance in complex RF environments.
• Ability to travel to support test events.
• Ability to learn new test, measurement, and analysis methods and apply them to practical engineering work.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment supporting work ranging from detailed technical analysis to routine test and team support.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience across multiple RF bands.
• Knowledge of radio data links.
• Experience with waveform analysis, interference mitigation, or signal-processing applications.
• Experience using modern engineering analysis tools and workflows.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Master's degree in electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related field.

Why XSITE LLC?

• Industry-leading PTO package, starting at 15+ days annually.
• Seven (7) paid company holidays annually, including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
• 100% employer-paid employee coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance.
• Employees enrolled in our High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) are eligible for a Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly employer contributions.
• Eligibility to participate in XSITE's 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match.
• Eligibility to receive tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year for job-related education.
• University of San Diego education benefits, including a 10% tuition discount on select online degree programs and a 25% discount on certificate programs.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Hybrid work environment, where contract and mission requirements permit.
• Additional employee benefits offered through ADP.

Stability & Long-Term Growth

• Prime contract holder supporting long-term Department of Defense programs.
• Opportunities to support complex, mission-focused engineering efforts across multiple technical domains.
• Continued organizational growth creating opportunities for employees to expand their responsibilities and technical experience.
• Work alongside experienced engineers, technical leaders, and program professionals across multiple disciplines.
• Opportunities to broaden technical expertise through hands-on integration, test, modeling, analysis, and systems engineering work.
• Exposure to advanced defense technologies and mission-critical programs.
• Opportunities for increased responsibility as XSITE and its customer programs continue to grow.
• Support for professional development through job-related education, training, and continuing learning opportunities.

About XSITE LLC

XSITE LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing systems engineering, integration, modeling and simulation, software development, cybersecurity, and technical services to Department of Defense customers. Our team supports complex mission environments by combining practical engineering experience, technical innovation, and a commitment to delivering solutions that meet real-world operational needs.

XSITE LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.