Senior Wireless Systems Test Engineer

TCWGlobal; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

TCWGlobal is seeking a Senior Wireless Systems Test Engineer (Contract) to lead validation, testing, and optimization of next-gen wireless products. You will perform lab and real-world wireless system tests, ensuring high-quality connectivity across multiple technologies.

Ideal candidates bring a strong background in wireless communications, network protocols, and RF testing, and will collaborate with hardware, firmware, software, and chipset teams to deliver robust consumer wireless solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years in wireless systems testing or RF engineering.
• Strong understanding of wireless communications and networking protocols.

Responsibilities

• Execute wireless system testing in lab and real-world deployments.
• Validate performance, reliability, and interoperability across wireless techs.
• Capture, analyze, and troubleshoot traffic with Wireshark and Iperf.
• Perform power consumption analysis using Keysight instruments.
• Create detailed test plans, procedures, and validation reports.
• Log and manage defects using Jira, Confluence.
• Collaborate with firmware, software, hardware, and chipset teams.
• Develop and improve wireless test systems and fixtures.
• Analyze results, identify root causes, and recommend actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of validation methodologies.

Skills

Wireless testing

TCP/IP networking

Wireshark

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Test instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's/Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Vector Network Analysers

RF Probes

Function Generators

Multimeters

Wireshark

NI LabVIEW

Job description

Title: Senior Wireless Systems Test Engineer (Contract)

Pay Rate: Up to $57.14/hour

Duration: 12-Month Assignment (Potential to Extend or Convert)

Hours: Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Carlsbad, CA (Onsite)

Summary

We are seeking a Senior Wireless Systems Test Engineer to support the validation, testing, and performance optimization of next-generation wireless products. In this role, you will execute comprehensive wireless system testing in both laboratory and real-world environments, helping ensure high-quality, reliable connectivity across a variety of wireless technologies.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in wireless communications, network protocols, and RF testing, along with experience using industry-standard test equipment and diagnostic tools. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with hardware, firmware, software, and chipset engineering teams to deliver high-performance consumer wireless products.

What You’ll Do

• Execute wireless system testing in controlled laboratory environments and real-world deployment scenarios


• Validate wireless performance, reliability, and interoperability across multiple wireless communication technologies


• Capture, analyze, and troubleshoot wireless traffic using tools such as Wireshark, Iperf, and other network analysis platforms


• Perform power consumption analysis using Keysight Current Analyzers and other electrical test equipment


• Create detailed test plans, test procedures, and comprehensive validation reports


• Log, track, and manage defects using Jira, Confluence, and related project management tools


• Collaborate with firmware, software, hardware, chipset vendors, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure complete test coverage and product quality


• Support the development and improvement of wireless test systems, automation tools, and custom test fixtures


• Analyze test results, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve wireless system performance


• Contribute to continuous improvement of wireless validation methodologies and quality processes

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE/MSEE) or equivalent professional experience


• 5+ years of professional or advanced academic experience in wireless systems testing, telecommunications, or RF engineering


• Strong understanding of wireless communication systems and telecommunications technologies


• Experience with TCP/IP networking, MQTT protocols, and wireless packet analysis


• Proficiency using Wireshark for traffic capture, protocol analysis, and troubleshooting


• Experience with wireless test equipment including Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes, Vector Network Analyzers, RF probes, Function Generators, and Multimeters


• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose complex wireless system issues


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience testing Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Thread, Z-Wave, Bluetooth, Cellular (3G/4G/5G), Sub-GHz, or DECT technologies


• Experience with Python scripting, NI LabVIEW, or other test automation frameworks


• Experience developing automated wireless validation tools and test systems


• Basic soldering, PCB assembly, or hardware rework experience


• Experience supporting consumer electronics or IoT product development


• Experience working closely with chipset vendors during product integration and validation

TCWGlobal is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.

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