Senior Test Engineer – RF/EW Receiver Systems

SAIC; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to support the US Navy in Crane, IN. You will develop, execute, and maintain test solutions for EW receiver systems and RF/microwave components, focusing on test system integration, debugging, and improving test coverage from component to system level.

You will design test methods, troubleshoot test stands, and ensure proper documentation and configuration control while supporting test technicians and advancing test robustness for critical EW programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 9 or more years of experience.
• Experience with LabVIEW, C (LabWindows/CVI) or C#.
• Interim secret clearance required to start; SAIC will sponsor the clearance.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement test methods, sequences, and setups for EA-18G FST and receiver systems.
• Debug existing test hardware and software to resolve test failures and anomalies.
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting of test stands and UUTs using RF test equipment.
• Distinguish between UUT issues, test equipment issues, and software defects, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify and address test gaps and escapes between assembly levels.
• Adjust test limits, add test steps, and refine procedures to improve defect detection.
• Write and update test procedures, work instructions, and troubleshooting guides.
• Maintain configuration control of test documentation and support engineering change activities.
• Provide guidance and support to test technicians on the proper execution of tests.
• Test RF and microwave components and assemblies, including VSWR/return loss, insertion loss, phase matching, noise figure.

Skills

LabVIEW

LabWindows/CVI

C#

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to support the US Navy in Crane, IN. You will develop, execute, and maintain test solutions for EW receiver systems and RF/microwave components, focusing on test system integration, debugging, and improving test coverage from component to system level.

You will design test methods, troubleshoot test stands, and ensure proper documentation and configuration control while supporting test technicians and advancing test robustness for critical EW programs.