Principal RF Integration & Test Engineer

About the role

RF Integration and Test Engineer

E-Space is establishing a universal conduit for connectivity that is accessible, secure, and actionable. Our mission is to bridge terrestrial and orbital domains, enabling hyper-scaled Internet of Things deployments. We are constructing a sophisticated low Earth orbit satellite system to revolutionize the design, economics, and delivery of traditional IoT infrastructure. Our commitment is absolute: to innovate space-based communications, generate actionable intelligence, drive global economic expansion, safeguard space and Earth, and elevate the human experience. We are seeking an RF Integration and Test Engineer to own the end-to-end validation of wireless RF systems for our LEO satellite constellation. This role demands over seven years of verified experience successfully verifying RF products for launch. The position reports directly to the Senior Director of RF Systems Engineering and requires seamless collaboration with systems, software, hardware, and test teams. The location for this role is our Arlington, Texas office.

Key Responsibilities

You will architect and execute the complete verification journey for RF modules, from initial design contact through final orbital validation. Your primary focus is transforming satellite communication theory into flight-ready, verified hardware. This involves designing rigorous laboratory test protocols for LEO hardware prior to physical measurement and adjustment. Your daily work will center on building and managing validation test benches, ensuring strict signal integrity in coordination with hardware teams. You will execute detailed review routines, comparing measured performance data against stringent orbital environment simulation models. Preparing modules for shipment will involve comprehensive documentation, ensuring ground stations fully understand module behavior and performance boundaries. Establishing global partner alignment is critical, ensuring our test methodologies mirror mission operations expectations worldwide. You will develop and maintain verification scripts to automate checks, facilitating large-scale instrument deployments for production. Analyzing anomaly reports will allow you to refine test patterns, preventing repeat issues across satellite batches. Maintaining rigorous traceability between system requirements, test cases, and observed module performance data is a core duty.

Requirements

The candidate must possess a minimum of seven years of verified RF verification experience with products that have successfully launched into orbit. Demonstrable skill with satellite communication payloads and associated test equipment is mandatory. You must exhibit proficiency in handling S-band and higher frequency bands while actively managing phase noise challenges. Thriving within a structured quality environment, you will uphold thorough records and participate in rigorous review processes. You must be capable of operating within a regulated framework where procedures are defined and strictly followed. The ability to interpret complex technical specifications and translate them into actionable test plans is essential. You will be required to document every step of the verification process to satisfy compliance standards. Effective communication skills are necessary to convey intricate technical findings to cross-functional stakeholders.

Nice to have

Direct experience with low Earth orbit communication systems is highly preferred. Familiarity with the unique challenges and protocols of LEO networks is an asset.

Tools and Expertise

Proficiency with CAD tools, advanced test equipment, and scripting languages is essential. You will use these skills daily to accomplish verification objectives. You will leverage these tools to diagnose issues and validate performance against precise orbital models. Mastery of test automation frameworks will be utilized to increase verification throughput. Your expertise will guide the selection and configuration of instrumentation for complex measurement scenarios.

Practical Information

Please Compensation is targeted between 140,000 USD and 180,000 USD. This is a full-time position dedicated to pioneering the future of global connectivity. This role is based in Arlington, Texas, and requires physical presence at the office. Please review the official apply page for specific details regarding working hours and any potential travel requirements associated with the position. Visa sponsorship information and application deadlines, if applicable, will be found What you'll do

• Build and manage validation test benches to ensure signal fidelity in alignment with hardware groups.
• Conduct detailed reviews by comparing measured data against orbital simulation models.
• Prepare modules for shipment with documentation that clarifies module behavior for ground stations.
• Establish global partner alignment to ensure test methodologies match mission operations.
• Develop and maintain verification scripts to automate checks for large-scale instrument deployment.
• Analyze anomaly reports to refine test patterns and prevent recurring issues in satellite batches.
• Maintain rigorous traceability between system requirements, test cases, and module performance data.