Test Engineer; RF and SW​/FW Test

• Develop automated test scripts and process raw test data.
• Configure analog RF test setups and manage RF link budgets.
• Create software test surrogates to validate interface compatibility.
• Build graphical user interfaces (GUIs) for test automation and data visualization.

• Active Secret security clearance.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in hardware, software, or firmware testing.
• Strong scripting skills in Python or MATLAB for automation and data analysis.
• For RF-focused candidates:
  Experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes) and programmatic control using SCPI.
• For SW/FW-focused candidates:
  Proficiency in C++, Java, or Python, along with experience in database management (SQLite/Access) and interface tools like Cameo.

• Experience with radar or electronic warfare (EW) systems.
• Familiarity with software-defined radios (SDRs) and network analyzers.

• Active Secret security clearance.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in hardware, software, or firmware testing.
• Strong scripting skills in Python or MATLAB for automation and data analysis.
• For RF-focused candidates:
  Experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes) and programmatic control using SCPI.
• For SW/FW-focused candidates:
  Proficiency in C++, Java, or Python, along with experience in database management (SQLite/Access) and interface tools like Cameo.

• Experience with radar or electronic warfare (EW) systems.
• Familiarity with software-defined radios (SDRs) and network analyzers.

• Level: Secret
• Health and Financial Foundation
  - Medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts are described in the benefits page.
• Time Away and Flexibility Where Mission Permits - PTO, holidays, sick time, military leave, and flexible arrangements are supported where program and security requirements allow.
• Professional Development
  - The site references certification support, training, conferences, mentorship, internal mobility, and individual development planning.

• Recruiter Review

  Recruiting reviews your resume for role alignment, technical background, clearance status where relevant, and program fit.

• Interview

  Qualified candidates may meet program, technical, or delivery leaders to discuss experience and expectations for the role.

• Offer

  When there is a match, the team coordinates offer, onboarding, clearance transfer or sponsorship details where contractually authorized.

Footbridge Federal delivers engineering, cyber, mission IT, analytics, and cleared program support for defense, intelligence, federal civilian, homeland security, and research missions.

Mission Context Matters

Candidates should expect work tied to defense, intelligence, federal civilian, homeland, and research missions rather than generic commercial delivery.

Small-Team Accountability

The culture copy emphasizes ownership, communication, and practical execution across teams that work close to customers and program outcomes.

Growth With Technical Credibility

Career content supports hands-on technical growth, certifications, internal mobility, and program leadership without forcing one career track.

• Health and Financial Foundation:
  Medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts are described in the benefits page.
• Time Away and Flexibility Where Mission Permits: PTO, holidays, sick time, military leave, and flexible arrangements are supported where program and security requirements allow.
• Professional Development:
  The site references certification support, training, conferences, mentorship, internal mobility, and individual development planning.