Principal RF Test Engineer I

3 weeks ago

Austin, United States CesiumAstro Full time
Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you.

We are looking to add a Principal RF Test EngineerI to our team. If you are great at what you do, enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about developing critical test systems for leading-edge satellite, spacecraft, and aerospace communication systems, we would like to hear from you.

In this position, you are responsible for the design, analysis, and implementation of engineering test plans and procedures. The ideal candidate possesses a strong combination of hardware and software knowledge with proficiencies in RF measurements, test equipment (VSAs, VSGs, VNAs, etc.), test architectures, and automation. The successful candidate will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to address company-wide hardware test needs. Experience with phased array testing is preferred.

Core day-to-day responsibilities include collaborating with design and test engineering teams to develop test requirements, mapping requirements to reusable test architectures and procedures, implementing test plans and procedures, and logging and presenting results to key stakeholders. Additional responsibilities include lab and equipment management and guiding key equipment purchase decisions.

Principal-level test engineers are distinguished by an ability to architect RF test systems, to draw insightful conclusions from test results, and to participate in "design for test" planning and review from the early stages of RF product development. Test engineers are core members of the Cesium technical team.

The successful candidate will present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as participate in proposal-writing efforts. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    • Bachelor of Science (BS) or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an accredited university or institution.
    • Minimum of 9 years of industry or university research experience in design, analysis, and implementation of RF test systems.
    • High proficiency with RF measurements (Linearity, NSD, EVM, etc.).
    • Test architecture design and development including scripting, test executives, hardware, and measurement abstraction layers.
    • Proficient in performing conducted RF measurements including S-parameters, AM/PM, compression, noise figure, harmonics/spurious emission, phase noise, switching speed, bit error rate, adjacent channel power, and group delay.
    • Hands-on experience with lab instruments such as digital oscilloscopes, multimeters, electronic loads, source measurement units, RF signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and vector signal analyzers.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
    • Familiarity or hands-on experience with phased array over the air range testing, including phase/amplitude calibration, EIRP, G/T, axial ratio, scan loss and pattern cuts.
    • Programming or scripting experience (Python, MATLAB, C/C++, etc.)
    • Understanding of RF and mixed-signal hardware (e.g. amplifiers, filters, ADCs/DACs, antennas) and its effects on test design.


CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package featuring health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

  • Principal Manufacturing Test Engineer I

    3 weeks ago

    Austin, United States CesiumAstro Full time

    Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.At...

  • Principal RF Communication Systems Engineer I

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Roman Health Pharmacy LLC Full time

    Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At...

  • Principal Power Electronics Engineer I

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, United States CesiumAstro Full time

    Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.  ...

  • Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer I

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Belcan Full time

    Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer I Job Number: 349645 Category: Electrical / Electronics Description: Job Title: Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer I Location: Austin, TX Zip Code: 78738 Start Date: Right Away Job Type: Direct Hire - US Citizenhip required Pay Rate: $130-155K DoE Keywords: #ElectricPropulsionEngineer #EngineeringJobs...

  • Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer I

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Belcan Full time

    Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer I Job Number: 349645 Category: Electrical / Electronics Description: Job Title: Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer I Location: Austin, TX Zip Code: 78738 Start Date: Right Away Job Type: Direct Hire Pay Rate: $130-155K DoE Keywords: #ElectricPropulsionEngineer #EngineeringJobs #SpacecraftEngineer JOB...

  • Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer I

    7 days ago

    Austin, United States Belcan Full time

    Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer I Job Number: 349645 Category: Electrical / Electronics Description: Job Title: Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer I Location: Austin, TX Zip Code: 78738 Start Date: Right Away Job Type: Direct Hire - US Citizenhip required Pay Rate: $130-155K DoE Keywords: #ElectricPropulsionEngineer #EngineeringJobs...

  • Senior RF Communication Engineer I

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States CesiumAstro Full time

    Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At...

  • Principal Environmental Test Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Raytheon Full time

    Date Posted: 2024-06-11 Country: United States of America Location: AZ889: RMS AP Bldg 930 1151 East Hermans Road Building 930, Tucson, AZ, 85706 USA Position Role Type: Onsite At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the...

  • Principal Power Electronics Engineer I

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Roman Health Pharmacy LLC Full time

    Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At...

  • Principal FPGA Engineer I

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States CesiumAstro Full time

    Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At...

  • Principal Power Electronics Engineer I

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States CesiumAstro Full time

    Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At...

  • RF Engineer

    1 month ago

    Austin, United States Quantic XMW Full time

    Job Type Full-time Description Company Overview: X-Microwave provides modular RF and microwave building blocks that allow designers to seamlessly design, evaluate, prototype, and produce high performance RF and microwave systems faster, easier, and at lower cost. Our Culture: Dream Big. Have Fun. Get Stuff Done. These are the three pillars that make the core...

  • Principal Environmental Test Engineer I

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, United States CesiumAstro Full time

    Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At...

  • Principal RF Communication Engineer II

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States CesiumAstro Full time

    Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At...

  • RF Test Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Quantic XMW Full time

    Job Type Full-time Description X-Microwave provides modular RF and microwave building blocks that allow designers to seamlessly design, evaluate, prototype, and produce high performance RF and microwave systems faster, easier, and at lower cost. Our Culture: Dream Big. Have Fun. Get Stuff Done. These are the three pillars that make the core of Quantic...

  • RF Test Technician

    4 days ago

    Austin, United States Quantic XMW Full time

    Job Type Full-time Description X-Microwave provides modular RF and microwave building blocks that allow designers to seamlessly design, evaluate, prototype, and produce high performance RF and microwave systems faster, easier, and at lower cost. Our Culture: Dream Big. Have Fun. Get Stuff Done. These are the three pillars that make the core of Quantic...

  • RF- Micro-Electronic Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Quantic Wenzel Full time

    Description The RF Engineer- Microelectronic actively participates and works on existing oscillator products and technologies related to analog radio frequency and/or low phase noise designs. The engineer will be involved in identifying manufacturing problems and effect solutions for continuous product improvement and/or research component availability...

  • Principal Spacecraft Operations Engineer I

    4 days ago

    Austin, United States Belcan Full time

    Principal Spacecraft Operations Engineer I Job Number: 349639 Category: Aerospace Description: Job Title: Principal Spacecraft Operations Engineer I Location: Austin, TX Zip Code: 78738 Start Date: Right Away Job Type: Direct Hire - US Citizenhip required Pay Rate: $130-155K DoE Keywords: #SpacecraftOperationsEngineer #AerospaceEngineeringJobs JOB...

  • Senior RF Engineer II

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States CesiumAstro Full time

    Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At...

  • Principal Spacecraft Operations Engineer I

    4 weeks ago

    Austin, United States Belcan Full time

    Principal Spacecraft Operations Engineer I Job Number: 349639 Category: Aerospace Description: Job Title: Principal Spacecraft Operations Engineer I Location: Austin, TX Zip Code: 78738 Start Date: Right Away Job Type: Direct Hire Pay Rate: $130-155K DoE Keywords: #SpacecraftOperationsEngineer #AerospaceEngineeringJobs JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for...