Senior RF Test and Debug Engineer

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points.

Echodyne

is seeking a Senior RF Test / Debug Engineer with experience in RF electronics to join our team working in a fast-paced environment, developing high-performance commercial radar solutions.

As a Senior RF Test Engineer, you will play a key role in the development and production of Echodyne radars, enabling us to meet aggressive development goals while maintaining a high degree of engineering rigor. You will contribute to solving and learning from challenging problems and root-cause investigations related to system-level and board-level failures, all related to state-of-the-art radar. In this role, you will apply your knowledge of RF circuits and test methods to help solve challenging design and debug problems on cutting‑edge radar circuits.

RESPONIBILITIES

• Plan and perform measurements and extended tests on Echodyne Radar RF subsystems and components
• Compile and analyze the resulting data, distilling into key performance metrics seeking full understanding of new RF circuits or in the identification of root‑cause
• Design, maintain and improve RF test and measurement capabilities, methods, fixtures, and equipment
• Work with the electrical engineering, systems, and manufacturing teams to identify metrics of interest, anticipate measurement requirements, and develop troubleshooting and procedures and guidelines
• Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• Hands‑on experience working with micro‑electronics printed circuit assemblies in a lab environment
  • Familiarity with ESD (electro‑static‑discharge) equipment and procedures
  • Experience using RF test equipment (network analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, amplifiers, splitters and switches) at microwave frequencies
  • Knowledge of standard RF metrics and how to access them through measurement, such as return‑loss, gain, noise‑figure, compression point and bandwidth
  • Experience using digital and analog test and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital multi‑meters, and logic analyzers
• Hands‑on experience analyzing test and measurement results in support root‑cause analysis
  • Experience with the development of tests and assessments to perform root‑cause analysis
  • Experience analyzing standard RF metrics such as return‑loss, gain, noise‑figure, compression point and bandwidth
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups

DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE (Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)

• Python or MATLAB experience interfacing with test equipment (via COM, PHY, GPIB, etc)
• Experience designing, building, and troubleshooting basic analog and digital circuits

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS or MS Degree in Engineering or Physics with 5–7 years or more of experience performing hands‑on RF measurement
• Eligibility to handle export‑controlled data (ITAR, EAR)

The pay range for this position is $124,000 – $160,000 annually.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full‑time, US‑based employees, including:

• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
• Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
• Virtual Care – 98
  
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• Employee Assistance Program
• Fully‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
• Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
• Travel Assistance Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Flexible PTO
• 401(k) plan
• Pet Insurance
• Prepaid Legal Program
• Paid Company Holidays

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.

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