RF Test Engineer – High-Frequency Satellite Tech

SpaceX; Rochester (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term incentives

Discretionary bonuses

Medical, vision, dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an RF Test Engineer for Starlink/Akoustis operations in Canandaigua, NY. You will design test cases for RF BAW filters, calibrate across 2 GHz to >10 GHz, and drive yield improvements in a high-volume, on-site environment.

You will collaborate with maintenance and design teams, own test tools, and develop SOPs while mentoring operators. Strong communication and documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Develop and implement test cases for RF BAW filters devices.
• Create calibration procedures for devices from 2 GHz to >10 GHz.
• Drive process improvements to boost yield and reduce cycle time.
• Develop cost of ownership and risk models for RF probe tests.
• Maintain workflow in a high-mix test center.
• Lead operators and collaborate with maintenance and tool vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation of new test tools and capacity expansion.
• Write SOPs and engineering instructions for lithography process control.
• Use SPC and DOE to monitor and improve processes.
• Collaborate with design teams to optimize manufacturability.
• supervise test operators and ensure on-time delivery of tests.
• Troubleshoot tool and process issues with vendors and maintenance.

Skills

RF test engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Automated wafer probe station

VNA systems

Design of probe cards

Data analysis (RF test data)

JMP

Microsoft Office

KLayout CAD

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an RF Test Engineer for Starlink/Akoustis operations in Canandaigua, NY. You will design test cases for RF BAW filters, calibrate across 2 GHz to >10 GHz, and drive yield improvements in a high-volume, on-site environment.

You will collaborate with maintenance and design teams, own test tools, and develop SOPs while mentoring operators. Strong communication and documentation are essential.