Senior RF/mmWave Validation Engineer & Lab Lead

Blue Origin; California; Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 323,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin in California is seeking a Senior RF/mmWave & Mixed-Signal Validation Engineer to bring up first samples, characterize RF performance, and scale test automation. You will own the RF/mmWave-IC validation lab, set bench architecture, select equipment, and guide other engineers and lab technicians.

The role requires 7+ years of hands-on RF/mmWave experience, MATLAB/Python automation, and strong S-parameter/EMD knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, RF/Microwave Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years hands-on RF/mmWave-IC validation with RF test equipment.
• Experience in full engineering characterization of highly integrated RF/mmWave transceiver ICs.
• Proficient in MATLAB and Python for test/validation automation.
• Working knowledge of SPI, I2C, I3C digital interfaces.
• Familiarity with PCB CAD tools and high-speed PCB design fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct RF, mmWave, and mixed signal testing using network analyzers and spectrum analyzers.
• Establish and expand test automation for bench top characterization of devices.
• Analyze, compile, and present test data to the design team for review and action.
• Manage development of evaluation boards and reference design kits for silicon validation.
• Collaborate with design, hardware, and software teams on debug and bring-up.
• Own the validation lab, including bench architecture, measurement capability, and calibration.

Skills

RF testing

MATLAB

Python

S-parameters

EVM

High-speed interfaces

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

VNA

Oscilloscope

Spectrum Analyzer

Job description

Blue Origin in California is seeking a Senior RF/mmWave & Mixed-Signal Validation Engineer to bring up first samples, characterize RF performance, and scale test automation. You will own the RF/mmWave-IC validation lab, set bench architecture, select equipment, and guide other engineers and lab technicians.

The role requires 7+ years of hands-on RF/mmWave experience, MATLAB/Python automation, and strong S-parameter/EMD knowledge.