Radio Frequency Test Engineer Job at Quadrant, Inc. in Cockeysville

Radio Frequency (RF) Test Engineer

Location: Hunt Valley, MD — Pay From: $40.00 per hour

Must

• Experienced Radio Frequency (RF) Test Engineer
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Radio Frequency Engineering (preferably at the circuit board level)
• Hands-on experience with RF measurement tools such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and power meters
• Familiarity with RF simulation tools, programming languages, and testing software
• Strong understanding of RF principles, signal propagation, and antenna theory
• Ability to document test plans, interpret complex results, and communicate findings clearly
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for documenting results and collaborating with teams
• Relevant certifications are a plus but not required
• Bachelor\'s Degree in Electrical Engineering or other related field is highly preferred

Duties

• Design and execute comprehensive test plans for RF components and systems, such as antennas, filters, and transceivers
• Perform hands-on testing using specialized RF equipment, including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators
• Measure and analyze key RF performance parameters like gain, return loss, and signal-to-noise ratio
• Develop and implement automated test scripts and procedures to improve efficiency
• Design and maintain test fixtures, jigs, and setups to ensure signal integrity and measurement accuracy
• Analyze test data to identify trends, pinpoint failures, and determine the root cause of performance issues
• Debug EMI/EMC problems and optimize signal integrity in RF assemblies and systems
• Collaborate with design engineering teams to provide feedback and resolve technical concerns
• Generate detailed test reports, summarizing methodologies, results, and recommendations for product improvement
• Maintain thorough documentation of test plans, procedures, results, and equipment calibration
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain specialized RF test equipment to ensure accurate and repeatable measurements
• Provide recommendations for equipment upgrades or replacements

Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.

Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act.