Principal RF System & Test Engineer
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## What you will do - Understand system requirements and architecture in depth. - Define test plans and test strategies for lab, field and on-orbit testing. - Ensure timely execution, test accuracy and repeatability. - Automate the test execution including control and configuration of test equipment. - Document test results, test coverage and other KPIs and communicate to all stakeholders regularly. - Design lab setups for various types of tests, including radiated chamber tests.
Build racks and other test-rigs as necessary for executing the test plan. - Work with external vendors for procuring components and equipment necessary to build test systems. - Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams – hardware, software, mechanical, systems, etc. – in different time-zones to ensure that system requirements will be met during operation. - Deep-dive into test results and root-cause issues and communicate with the appropriate teams. ## What you bring to this role - Bachelor’s degree in electrical and Electronics Engineering, RF/Microwave Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field. - 7+ years of experience in RF test and validation in the industry with a successful product launch history. - Deep understanding of wireless communications principles, especially in the context of satellite systems. - Strong RF knowledge includes analyzing and testing link budgets, antenna signatures, multipath, etc.
Knowledge of RF transceiver measurement techniques such as noise figure, gain/power, ACLR, Linearity, phase noise, etc. - Proficiency in using test equipment (e.g., power supplies, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, power meters, vector network analyzer). - Proficiency in test automation using Python or similar programming language. - Excellent problem-solving with a from-first-principles approach. - Flexible, responsive, and collaborative with an ability to work at a fast-paced startup environment. - Strong analytical and communication skills.
Teamplayer. ## Bonus points for the following - Strong knowledge of 3GPP standards, preferably 5GNR. - Some satellite, aerospace, or related industry experience - Familiarity with Labview/MATLAB. - Master’s degree in EE/CS/CE or a related field We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured, and used - so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge, and direct experience in LEO satellite component development, design, and in-orbit activities.
If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed. The Company is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.
From E-Space's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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