Senior RF Test Engineer - Aerospace/Space Systems

Insight Global; Louisville (CO); Presencial; USD 69.000 - 152.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Insight Global is seeking an RF/Test Engineer to support RF and communication systems for aerospace programs. You will develop test procedures, execute RF performance testing, troubleshoot issues, and validate subsystem performance across the product lifecycle.

This is a 6-month contract with intent to convert or extend, offering an hourly rate of $50-110/hr. Candidates with security clearance and satellite test experience are preferred; strong lab skills and programming (Python, C++, MATLAB,

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in RF engineering, test engineering, integration, or verification activities.
• Experience developing and executing test procedures and test plans.
• Experience with satellite test experience
• Experience with object-oriented programming (Python, C++, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar tools for test automation and data analysis)
• Experience troubleshooting hardware and system-level issues in a laboratory or production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, interface control documents, and technical drawings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with root-cause identification and corrective actions.
• Experience documenting test results and preparing technical reports.
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance
• Experience supporting satellite, spacecraft, defense, or aerospace programs.
• Knowledge of RF communication systems, telemetry, C2 systems, and data links.
• Experience with EMC/EMI testing and certification requirements.
• Familiarity with environmental qualification testing including vibration, thermal vacuum, and shock testing.
• Programming or scripting experience with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar tools for test automation and data analysis.
• Experience with automated test equipment (ATE) development and execution.
• Familiarity with DSP concepts.
• Experience working in regulated aerospace, defense, or space environments.
• Knowledge of antenna testing, RF calibration techniques, and link performance analysis.
• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience supporting hardware through design, integration, verification, qualification, and launch readiness reviews.
• Working knowledge of configuration management, requirements traceability, and systems engineering processes.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute RF test procedures and plans.
• Verify RF performance and subsystem integration across product lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot hardware and system-level issues in lab environments.
• Support satellite, spacecraft, defense, or aerospace programs.
• Document test results and prepare technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced aerospace setting.

Conocimientos

RF testing

System integration

Signal analysis

Troubleshooting

Test automation

Python

C++

MATLAB

LabVIEW

DSP concepts

EMC/EMI testing

Environmental testing

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Python

C++

MATLAB

LabVIEW

ATE

Descripción del empleo

Insight Global is seeking an RF/Test Engineer to support RF and communication systems for aerospace programs. You will develop test procedures, execute RF performance testing, troubleshoot issues, and validate subsystem performance across the product lifecycle.

This is a 6-month contract with intent to convert or extend, offering an hourly rate of $50-110/hr. Candidates with security clearance and satellite test experience are preferred; strong lab skills and programming (Python, C++, MATLAB,