RF Test & Integration Engineer – Space Systems

Loft Orbital Solutions; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Loft Orbital Solutions is seeking an RF AIT Engineer to lead the assembly, integration, and testing of RF subsystems for spacecraft. You will develop test plans, perform RF tests, and troubleshoot hardware to ensure mission success.

You will collaborate with RF system architects, electrical and mechanical engineers, and system engineers to optimize performance and ensure compatibility with spaceflight requirements. This role emphasizes rigorous testing and hands-on hardware work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in RF subsystem testing and integration.
• Experience in RF system integration, simulation, and performance analysis.
• Experience with payload RF systems, transceiver and amplifier design.
• Proven experience with RF testing tools (VNA, Spectrum Analyzer, RF chamber).
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC characterization is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assembly and integration of RF subsystems into spacecraft.
• Ensure proper installation, wiring, and connectivity of RF hardware.
• Develop test plans and procedures for RF systems and components.
• Conduct RF tests to verify performance: sensitivity, SNR, frequency response.
• Troubleshoot RF hardware during testing and resolve issues.
• Prepare RF hardware for environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, EMI/EMC).
• Analyze environmental test results to verify requirements.
• Collaborate with RF architects and design engineers for optimization.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to integrate RF systems into spacecraft.

Skills

RF subsystem testing

RF integration

Test planning

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Space hardware familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

VNA

Spectrum Analyzer

RF chamber

Job description

Loft Orbital Solutions is seeking an RF AIT Engineer to lead the assembly, integration, and testing of RF subsystems for spacecraft. You will develop test plans, perform RF tests, and troubleshoot hardware to ensure mission success.

You will collaborate with RF system architects, electrical and mechanical engineers, and system engineers to optimize performance and ensure compatibility with spaceflight requirements. This role emphasizes rigorous testing and hands-on hardware work.