RF Test Engineer for DoD EW Systems (TS/SCI)

TRISTAR INC; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TRISTAR is seeking an Engineer (E2) to join our team in Indiana. The role emphasizes test planning, RF/microwave testing, instrumentation, data analysis, troubleshooting, and verification of system requirements.

You will support DT&E activities for EW systems, develop test plans, configure instruments, analyze data, and collaborate with government engineers and IPTs. Travel and DoD security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics engineering with RF/microwave coursework.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in RF, microwave, or electronic systems engineering.
• Experience in test engineering, integration or verification within a systems engineering environment.
• Familiarity with EW systems, RF propagation, signal analysis, or EM spectrum operations.
• Experience using RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers).
• Ability to translate system requirements into testable verification methods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; good written/verbal communication.
• Willingness to travel and obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance; US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed test plans, procedures, and reports for verification.
• Plan and execute RF/microwave system tests in lab and field.
• Configure test instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Analyze test data and produce performance evaluations.
• Coordinate with government engineers and IPTs for test planning.
• Support test readiness reviews and DoD documentation.
• Maintain test schedules and manage range/resources.

Skills

RF testing

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Signal generators

Test instrumentation

Job description

TRISTAR is seeking an Engineer (E2) to join our team in Indiana. The role emphasizes test planning, RF/microwave testing, instrumentation, data analysis, troubleshooting, and verification of system requirements.

You will support DT&E activities for EW systems, develop test plans, configure instruments, analyze data, and collaborate with government engineers and IPTs. Travel and DoD security clearance may be required.