Job Title: Test Engineer
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Test Engineer responsible for the hands-on integration and testing of individual antennas, phased array antennas, RF circuits, passive RF components, and RF systems. This role requires a dedicated professional with significant experience in RF testing and a commitment to advancing cutting-edge technology.

ResponsibilitiesIntegrate and test individual antennas, phased array antennas, RF circuits, passive RF components, and RF systems.Utilize commercial test equipment such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, and signal generators.Test and characterize products that utilize advanced waveforms.Conduct temperature, shock, burn-in, and environmental testing (including MIL-STD 810G).Use Linux and develop software applications that run on Linux-based systems.Guide the testing of RF hardware for performance metrics such as VSWR, insertion loss, gain, polarization, and radar cross section (RCS).Mentor and guide junior engineers and technicians during the design, build, and test phases of RF projects and programs.Essential SkillsMinimum of 5 years of hands-on RF test experience.Experience with commercial test equipment including vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, and signal generators.U.S. Citizenship and a U.S. Government Secret Clearance (or higher) is required.Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Communications Engineering or a related field.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience testing and characterizing products that utilize advanced waveforms.Experience with temperature, shock, burn-in, and environmental testing.Experience using Linux and developing software applications on Linux-based systems.Experience with RF hardware testing for performance metrics.Radar and satellite experience is a plus.Work Environment

The role involves working Monday to Thursday in the office, with remote work on Fridays. The work location is at COS Airport. The team focuses on cutting-edge technology designed to provide 24/7, all-weather radar capability to monitor deep space objects, enhancing space domain awareness globally and protecting critical assets such as satellites.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $80.00

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 hybrid position in Colorado Springs,CO.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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