RF Test and Development Engineer 3
Chipton-Ross is seeking a RF Test and Development Engineer 3 for a contract opportunity in Baltimore, MD.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of RF theory and concepts; and a working knowledge of digital circuit design. They will have analytical skills to review requirements, test plans, and test scenarios; and the ability to effectively communicate across teams. They should be self-directed, organized, team oriented and have previous experience with MS Office tools.
This position may be filled as either an RF Test and Development Engineer or a Principal RF Test and Development Engineer.
Basic Qualifications for an RF Test and Development Engineer:
o Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 0 years of experience.
o Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics and block diagrams.
o Experience with RF hardware and software.
o Experience with RF test equipment, such as scopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator.
o U.S. citizenship.
o A Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level clearance.
Basic Qualifications for a Principal RF Test and Development Engineer:
o Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 3 years of relevant experience.
o Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block diagrams.
o Experience with RF hardware and software.
o Experience with RF test equipment, such as scopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator.
o U.S. citizenship.
o A Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level clearance.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
o What You'll Get to Do:
Setting up, calibrating and operating COTS and custom RF, Digital and Power equipment in support of factory test of production product.
o Troubleshoot RF, Digital and Power issues during test of advanced antenna systems.
o Support technicians with troubleshooting and training.
o Analyze test data and identify early trends.
o Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions.
o Collaborate with design engineering for hardware and test improvements.
o Sensitivity to cost, schedule, and quality as well as policies and procedures is imperative.
o Monitor product yields and aggressively work to maintain program yield targets.
o Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions.
o Interface with manufacturing management, test technicians, production engineers, design engineers, system engineers, program management and program support teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
o Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline.
o Ability to work with minimal direction and guidance.
o Experience with LabWindows CVI, C / C++ programming.
o Proficiency with digital, analog, power supplies, RF test equipment, RF theory and high speed digital.
o Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical hardware.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field is required.
School must be accredited.
WORK HOURS:
9/80 work week. 3rd shift.
ADDITIONAL:
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
Job Location: Baltimore, MD
Rate: Up to $73.76 DOE
Duration: 12 months
Input Date: 08/13/2025
Last Updated: 08/13/2025
Attention: Terry Jones
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: tjones@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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