RF Test Engineer

Silvus Technologies; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Silvus Technologies in San Diego, CA, is seeking an RF Test Engineer to join the RF Engineering team and help develop the RF subsystem for the StreamCaster MANET product line. You will work under the Director of RF Engineering on all test phases, from design verification to validation, with a strong emphasis on reliable measurements and reporting.

This 100% onsite role requires hands-on experience with multi-GHz RF hardware, EMI troubleshooting, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 2 years multi-GHz RF hardware development experience.
• Experience with RF board layout, fabrication, and packaging.
• Hands-on experience solving EMI, harmonics, spurious, and stability issues.
• Experience using RF simulation tools (AWR Microwave Office, Altium).

Responsibilities

• Use RF test equipment to evaluate system performance.
• Carry out RF test execution and generate reports.
• Define verification matrix and RF performance specs.
• Review test data to ensure performance meets requirements.
• Suggest improvements to test strategies.
• Design test fixtures and calibrate equipment.
• Handle sensitive RF circuits properly.
• Travel for local assignments as needed.

Skills

RF testing

EMI issues

Test reporting

RF troubleshooting

Spectral analysis

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AWR Microwave Office

Altium

Job description

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.

Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “Keeping Our Heroes Connected”?

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is seeking a RF Test Engineer who will report to the Director of RF Engineering on the RF Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will actively participate in all aspects of the design process to develop the RF subsystem for Silvus’ StreamCaster MANET product line.

This position is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday, at our office in Rancho Bernardo/North San Diego, CA.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Using RF test equipment to evaluate system performance, evaluate compliance compatibility and troubleshoot operation issues.

Carry out RF test execution and generate status and test reports.

Define verification matrix and internal specifications of RF performance.

Review test result data to ensure that actual performance meets expected requirements.

Review and recommend improvements to existing test strategies.

Recommend new test techniques and technologies to ensure system performance.

Design test fixtures and calibrate test equipment.

Understand proper use and handling of sensitive RF circuits and equipment.

Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.

Travel Requirement–Rare local travel, as required by Silvus (i.e. Irvine, West LA.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.

Minimum 2 years of multi-GHz RF hardware development experience.

Good working knowledge of RF board layout, fabrication, and packaging.

Hands-on experience with solving EMI, harmonics, spurious, and stability issues.

Experience using RF simulation tools (i.e. AWR Microwave Office, Altium).

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.

All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of RF guidelines for PCB layout.

Able to work independently and work on several projects concurrently.

Detail-oriented and a firm commitment to quality.

Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.

Problem-solving, data analysis, deductive reasoning, and critical thinking skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Indoor air-conditioned facility.

Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:

Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.

Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.

Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.

Walking/Moving in the labs.

COMPENSATION

The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

CA Pay Range

$100,000 - $140,000 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

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