Jop RF Test and Development Engineer​/Principal

RF Test And Development Engineer

Job Location:

Baltimore, MD 21240 Duration: 12 months+ (Possible Extension) Clearance:
Active Secret Clearance Shift: 2nd and 3rd shift available

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement RF and digital test methods, processes, and equipment
• Perform hands-on RF and digital hardware testing, debugging, and troubleshooting
• Support production hardware integration, verification, and validation activities
• Monitor and improve First Time Through Test Yield (FTTTY) and meet hardware delivery schedules
• Analyze test data to identify yield detractors, failure trends, and systemic issues
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Define and implement improvements to test equipment, test procedures, and manufacturing processes
• Develop new test strategies and requirements for emerging hardware designs
• Collaborate with design engineering to implement hardware improvements and design-for-test enhancements
• Support and mentor technicians through troubleshooting guidance and training
• Track and report yield metrics, technical risks, and corrective actions in program meetings
• Interface cross-functionally with manufacturing, production engineering, design engineering, systems engineering, and program management teams
• Maintain compliance with DoD security requirements and program standards

Must-Have Skills &

Qualifications:

• RF Test and Development Engineer Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field with 2+ years of relevant experience, OR Master's degree with 0+ years of experience
• Strong knowledge of RF theory and digital circuit fundamentals
• Experience reading and interpreting specifications, schematics, and block diagrams
• Hands-on experience with RF and digital hardware troubleshooting
• Proficiency with RF test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, power meter)
• Experience analyzing test data and performing root cause analysis
• Experience supporting production test, yield improvement, and hardware integration
• Strong problem-solving and cross-functional communication skills
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• 2nd and 3rd shift available