RF Test Engineer III

Protingent; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HDHP insurance

Education reimbursement

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k plan

Job summary

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract opportunity located in Centennial, CO. The RF Test Engineer III will write and execute RF test procedures for satellite programs, calibrate cables, and verify power levels to protect subsystems.

The role requires hands-on S-Band/Ka-Band testing, Python/C++ scripting, and LabVIEW proficiency, with rotation across 1st–3rd shifts. Candidates should have 5+ years in RF test engineering, be willing to work onsite in Centennial, CO, and relocate if needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in RF test engineering with emphasis on satellite testing.
• Hands-on RF testing experience with S-Band and Ka-Band.
• Ability to write and triage test scripts in Python; familiarity with C++.
• Strong system-level troubleshooting and anomaly resolution.
• On-site at Centennial, CO; able to work 1st-3rd shifts on rotation.

Responsibilities

• Write, develop, and execute RF test procedures and scripts.
• Calibrate RF cables and apply calibration data to verification.
• Verify power in/out levels to protect subsystems.
• Support power-on activities and troubleshoot in real time.
• Write and triage Python scripts to automate tests.
• Use LabVIEW to support test operations.
• Collaborate with test team across satellite programs.
• Support 1st-3rd shift rotations and occasional weekends.

Skills

RF test engineering

S-Band testing

Ka-Band testing

Python

C++

LabVIEW

Anomaly resolution

System troubleshooting

Job description

Position Title

RF Test Engineer III

Position Description

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract opportunity located in Centennial, CO

Job Responsibilities

Write, develop, and execute RF test procedures and scripts for system-level satellite testing Perform RF testing across S-Band and Ka-Band, including setup and configuration of RF test equipment Calibrate RF cables and apply calibration data to requirements verification Verify power in/power out levels to ensure satellite subsystems are protected from damage during test Support initial vehicle power-on activities, troubleshoot RF and system-level issues in real time, and elevate anomalies appropriately Write and triage Python test scripts to automate and support RF test execution Use LabVIEW and related tools to support test operations Collaborate with a small, experienced test team supporting multiple satellite programs Support 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift operations on a fair rotation, with occasional weekend work

Job Qualifications

5+ years of test engineering experience with a significant focus on RF test; senior-level candidates preferred Strong hands-on RF test experience, including S-Band and Ka-Band testing, RF configuration, and cable calibration Experience with satellite testing at the system or subsystem level (ground-only or aviation test experience alone is not sufficient) Familiarity with Python (preferred), C++, or another object-oriented language, with the ability to write and triage test scripts System-level troubleshooting and anomaly resolution experience LabVIEW experience Ability to work 100% onsite in Centennial, CO Ability to support 1st (6:00am–2:00pm), 2nd (2:00pm–10:00pm), and 3rd shifts on a rotation Candidates willing to self-relocate to Colorado are welcome to apply Preferred: COSMOS / OpenC3 experience Preferred: Network architecture knowledge Preferred: Knowledge of Electrical Power, GN&C, Propulsion, or Thermal subsystems Preferred: Experience supporting a satellite test program through to launch

Job Details

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Centennial, CO
• Pay Rate Range: $50-74/hr
• Required US Citizen and Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
• About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.