Test engineer

Job Title: RF Test Engineer

Job Description

Step into a hands-on engineering role at a leading developer of advanced RF and microwave technologies for national defense. Your primary focus will be testing high-performance RF systems, particularly those leveraging Traveling Wave Tube (TWT) technology-crucial in radar, electronic warfare, and secure communication platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement RF testing protocols for TWT-based amplifiers and associated systems.

• Operate advanced test equipment such as network analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers to evaluate device performance.

• Analyze system-level RF behavior, identify signal anomalies, and support root cause investigations.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, thermal, and mechanical engineers.

• Conduct compliance and performance testing under MIL-STD and other military specifications.

• Record and communicate test results to drive product refinement and reliability improvements.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.

• 2+ years of experience in RF test engineering, preferably with high-power amplifier or microwave tube systems.

• Strong understanding of waveguide theory, impedance matching, and signal propagation.

• Familiarity with RF modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, LabVIEW, CST, and ADS.

• Excellent analytical and documentation skills.

• Must be eligible to obtain a DoD Security Clearance due to defense-related contracts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Outstanding attention to detail and a strong work ethic.

• Good command of high voltage electrical apparatus.

• Precautionary habits and work safety.

Work Environment

The role is based in our Lancaster facility and involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. You will have access to state-of-the-art testing equipment and technologies. The position requires adherence to high safety standards and involves working on defense-related contracts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 3, 2025.

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