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RF Test Engineer V

Frontgrade26 open roles

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Job Description

The RF Test Engineer V is the senior technical leader for Test Engineering, providing direction for RF test strategy, execution, troubleshooting, documentation, and continuous improvement. This role leads test engineering activities for SSPA and other RF products as part of cross-functional integrated product teams, from early development through qualification and production. The position also plays a key role in expanding automated test capability using NI LabVIEW while helping strengthen the technical capability and consistency of the Test Engineering team.

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day technical leadership for the Test Engineering discipline; set priorities, establish good test practices, mentor engineers and technicians, and help grow team capability
  • Lead test engineering for SSPA and other RF product IPTs from development through qualification, environmental testing, production readiness, and sustaining support
  • Develop test plans and procedures that translate product requirements into practical verification and acceptance testing, including support for environmental qualification such as TVAC, vibration, and related testing
  • Design and set up RF test systems using VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, loads, attenuators, and related instrumentation
  • Execute and oversee RF testing, analyze results, document performance, and communicate conclusions and recommendations to engineering and program teams
  • Troubleshoot difficult RF hardware and test-system problems, working closely with design, systems, manufacturing, and quality engineers to identify root cause and corrective action.
  • Develop and improve automated test solutions using NI LabVIEW, including scripts, test sequencing, data collection, reporting, and reusable test architectures.
  • Drive improvements in test capability, repeatability, efficiency, equipment utilization, and readiness for future programs and production growth

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field of study
  • Minimum ten (10) years of experience in a specialized functional disciplineOR (14) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree OR (8) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree OR (5) years of experience may be considered w/ a PhD
  • Extensive hands-on experience developing and executing RF test for power amplifiers or other complex RF/microwave hardware
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical work, mentor others, and coordinate test activities across engineering and program teams
  • Experience developing or supporting automated test solutions using NI LabVIEW
  • Preferred direct experience testing SSPAs, high-power amplifiers, converters, receivers, or related RF assemblies
  • Preferred experience with space, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability electronic products

About Us

About Frontgrade

At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Why Work for Us

We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

Additional Information

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Other benefits include:

  • Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
  • 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
  • 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
  • Career Opportunity and Growth
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
  • Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
  • 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave
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