Are you searching for impactful work in the RF communications system domain?

Are you a passionate engineer with a love for delivering mission critical capabilities?

If so, we’re looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

We are seeking a motivated test engineer to support building custom end-to-end RF communications systems for the special operations and intelligence communities. We design field-forward solutions to address challenging national security problems. As a member of our team, you'll support soup-to-nuts design for test and system testing and integration of groundbreaking RF communication systems, Our systems enable planning and decision making in domains as varying as active threat deterrence, signal intelligence, cyber operations, machine learning, image processing, and applied data analytics. They range from massive RF processing systems to small, low-power solutions designed for specialized application. You'll join a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists who believe in encouraging an open and collaborative work environment to solve difficult problems.

As an RF Test Engineer, you will:

• Support the design of complex RF systems through the full development cycle, from idea to prototype to fielded capability.
• Evaluate proposed designs for feasibility of test, inform designs with inputs for testability, and develop test plans and testing infrastructure.
• Perform feasibility and characterization testing of components and subsystems to guide design choices and support prototyping.
• Perform design validation, subsystem and system tests, integration tests, environmental operational suitability tests, qualification and acceptance testing, and on- and off-site field testing.

You meet our minimum qualifications if you:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in computer or electrical engineering or a related field and 2+ years of experience in RF electronics design, electronics test and evaluation, or systems engineering and integration at the printed circuit board or system level.
• Are proficient in programming in Python or other scripting language such as MATLAB.
• Can operate laboratory equipment including oscilloscopes, signal generators, power meters, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
• Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Final Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our required qualifications if you:

• Are proficient with reading electrical schematics.
• Are skilled at debug of electronics issues encountered during development and test.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at  .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact  Accommodations@jhuapl.edu .

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.