Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Field RF Test Engineer role involves designing and executing rigorous RF experiments to support new product development in tactical radio communications, impacting antenna design and deployment strategies.
Responsibilities and impact
The engineer will own test campaigns, design and conduct field experiments, calibrate test equipment, automate data analysis, and present findings to influence product roadmaps.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers up to $160,000 salary plus health benefits, stock options, paid time off, and other benefits.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have U.S. citizenship, reside in the DC metro area, have mastery of RF fundamentals, hands-on experience with tactical radios, and proven field experiment skills; FCC Ham license and DoD field test experience are preferred.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Arlington, VA, with occasional day trips required in the DC metro area.
Application process
Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly to discuss further details; the recruiting firm offers a referral reward scheme.
Unique job features
The role involves unique outdoor field testing in challenging environments and the use of advanced RF test equipment and data analysis tools.
Company overview
5V Tech is a talent consultancy firm specializing in scaling tech teams in sectors such as wearables, electric vehicles, and smart homes. The company assists in finding and placing roles within these cutting-edge industries, helping organizations tackle some of the world's biggest challenges. As a Certified B Corporation, 5V Tech adheres to rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Established with a mission to drive innovation and sustainability, the company is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and has a notable presence in the semiconductor industry.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your mastery of RF fundamentals and hands-on experience with tactical or military-grade radios, emphasizing your ability to design and execute rigorous field test campaigns in challenging outdoor environments.
Emphasize your skills in calibrating and using test equipment like VNAs, spectrum analyzers, power meters, and GPS-disciplined clocks, along with your experience automating data analysis using Python or MATLAB to visualize RF metrics.
Apply through multiple channels including 5V Tech's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is posted to maximize your visibility and chances of being noticed.
Connect with current engineers or managers in the RF or field testing divisions at 5V Tech on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing their recent projects, asking about the challenges of field testing in austere environments, or expressing enthusiasm for the company’s innovative antenna and radio products.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'RF fundamentals,' 'field experiments,' 'MIL-STD-810,' 'Python,' 'MATLAB,' 'calibration,' and 'tactical radios' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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