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CesiumAstro · 22 hours ago

Senior Antenna Test Engineer I

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

CesiumAstro is a developer of innovative communication systems for satellites and airborne platforms. They are seeking a Senior Antenna Test Engineer I to plan, execute, and analyze antenna measurement campaigns in anechoic chambers, working closely with RF and systems engineers.

AerospaceDronesSatellite CommunicationSpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Plan, setup, and execute antenna and RF measurement campaigns in anechoic chambers, including Near-Field and far-field radiation patterns, gain, efficiency, and polarization characterization

Perform VNA calibration and measurement, spectrum analysis, and signal generation

Align, position, and configure devices under test (DUTs), reference antennas, and positioners to maximize measurement fidelity

Develop, refine, and document test procedures, setups, and data and test analysis scripts

Collaborate with design and systems teams to troubleshoot anomalies and product development

Manage and maintain chamber instrumentation, cables, and ancillary RF equipment

Develop custom test code, to enhance test performance and reduce test time

Qualification

RF testingAnechoic chamber measurementsVector Network Analyzers (VNA)PythonC#Antenna characterizationCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Bachelor of Science (BS) or higher in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field

4+ years of experience in RF testing, with significant hands-on experience in anechoic chamber antenna measurements

Proficient with Vector Network Analyzers (VNA), spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and associated RF instrumentation

Demonstrated ability to perform pattern measurements, gain and efficiency extraction, and polarization characterization

Strong understanding of RF fundamentals: matching, S-parameters, near field and far-field measurements, and chamber effects

Experience with automated test procedures and data processing (Python and C#)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail in documentation and reporting